Indonesian History
Mother's Day 2025 marked with historical significance and appreciation
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Mother's Day in Indonesia is celebrated on December 22, 2025, commemorating the first Indonesian Women's Congress in 1928 in Yogyakarta. The observance highlights women's political roles alongside appreciation for mothers' sacrifices in family life. Various ways, such as simple gifts and meaningful messages, form part of this year's commemoration.
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka deems former Presidents Soeharto and Abdurrahman Wahid deserving of national hero status due to their major contributions to the nation. Gibran made the statement after inspecting the Jragung Dam in Semarang Regency, Central Java. Their names are among 49 candidates submitted by the GTK Council to President Prabowo Subianto.
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MUI Fatwa Division Chairman Asrorun Niam Sholeh stated that every deceased former president deserves recognition as a national hero for their struggles and sacrifices. The statement was made in Jakarta on Wednesday, while urging the nation to unite in honoring past leaders. Similar support came from PBNU Chairman Ahmad Fahrur Rozi for Soeharto and Gus Dur.