Indonesiantalk.com — In commemoration of the 77th anniversary of the Indonesian National Police (Polri) Bhayangkara Day, the Traffic Education Center (Pusdik Lantas) of Polri held a ceremony on Saturday, July 1, 2023, led by the Head of Pusdik Lantas Polri, Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra.
The ceremony, attended by members, instructors, and civilian personnel of Pusdik Lantas Polri, was conducted with solemnity on Saturday morning at 08:00 WIB. Police Commissioner Andri Andriansyah acted as the Parade Commander.
In his address, Head of Pusdik Lantas Polri, Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra, reminded the members and employees of Pusdik Lantas to always follow the orders of President Joko Widodo and the directives of the Indonesian National Police Chief to uphold the concept of predictability, accountability, transparency, and fairness (Presisi) in carrying out their duties.
Pusdik Lantas must act professionally, provide guidance, and protect the community. The Indonesian National Police must be prepared to maintain a safe environment in facing the 2024 elections.
Pusdik Lantas Holds Ceremony to Commemorate the 77th Bhayangkara Day. Participants include members of the 77th Bhayangkara Day Ceremony of the Indonesian National Police at the Pusdik Lantas field today, Saturday (7/1/2023).
“We must follow the President’s orders to bring the Indonesian National Police closer to the community and be prepared to ensure the safety of the community during the 2024 elections,” he said in his address at the Pusdik Lantas field in Serpong, Tangerang Selatan, on Saturday (7/1/2023).
After the 77th Bhayangkara Day ceremony, Kapusdik Lantas Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra expressed his hope to the press that the leaders of the Indonesian National Police expect the field officers to continue to provide guidance and maintain the well-being of the community, ensuring a smooth process for the 2024 elections.
“As instructed by the leadership, we at Pusdik Lantas will continue to ensure the well-being and security of the community, and we will ensure that the 2024 elections run smoothly,” said Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra.
Before the highlight of the 77th Bhayangkara Day ceremony, Pusdik Lantas organized competitions and awarded members who have shown outstanding performance and achievements. “This is a manifestation of how we strengthen the sense of togetherness in Pusdik Lantas,” said Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra.
Furthermore, Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra expressed his gratitude to the guests, stakeholders, local government officials, and community organizations who attended the 77th Bhayangkara Day ceremony. “Thank you to the attending stakeholders, the local community, representatives of the regional leadership communication forum, the district head, and various community organizations,” said the Senior Officer, who recently celebrated his 56th birthday.
Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra Receives Birthday Wishes
After the ceremony, Kapusdik Lantas Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra received birthday wishes from his wife, children, members, and employees of Pusdik Lantas. This is because Friday, June 30, 2023, was a special day for Djoni, as he celebrated his 56th birthday.
The birthday celebration began with the cutting of a tumpeng, a cone-shaped rice dish, by Police Brigadier General Djoni and his wife. The tumpeng slices were then handed to the guests and attendees, including the officials of Bintaro Brotherhoods, a big motorcycle and Harley Davidson community.
On the official Instagram page of Kapusdik Lantas, various birthday wishes from netizens were flooded in for Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra SH.
An account with the username @setyopurwanto said, “Happy birthday, commander. May you be successful in this world and the hereafter and always be enthusiastic about educating the students of Pusdik Lantas Polri. Long life and abundant blessings… Amen.”
The account @icanpasmah67 tweeted, “Happy birthday, Bang Djohen. May you be healthy and happy with your beloved family… Amen YRA.”
Similarly, the account @fadillahhendy’s wished, “Happy birthday, Om Djohen91. May you and your family always be healthy and successful in this world and the hereafter. Amen.”
The account @lusianakrisnawati posted, “Requesting permission, Commander. May you always be in good health and under the protection of Allah. Happy Birthday, Commander. May you always be healthy and successful in your career as a commander. Amen.”
Enforcing the Orders of the Indonesian National Police Chief for Presisi
Kapusdik Lantas Polri Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra stated that Pusdik Lantas Polri has adjusted its curriculum to the concept of predictability, accountability, transparency, and fairness (Presisi) since two years ago, in line with the spirit of cultural change initiated by the Indonesian National Police Chief, General Listyo Sigit Prabowo.
“The curriculum we provide to the students is up-to-date. We have prepared it a year ago, and we will translate it flexibly into several subjects that will be taught. This way, the students can understand quickly, with the support of various props,” said Djoni.
Firstly, Pusdik Lantas focuses on providing quality traffic education that produces competent graduates.
The leadership of the Indonesian National Police has instructed Pusdik Lantas to initiate behavioral changes among field officers across Indonesia. Pusdik Lantas, as an educational institution, is tasked with producing qualified traffic police officers.
“We want to change the mindset of our officers. We no longer want viral incidents like in the past. We begin this mindset change with education at Pusdik Lantas,” he said.
Djoni mentioned that he and other officials from Pusdik Lantas Polri regularly visit classrooms to interact with students. During these visits, he emphasizes the need for a positive change in the way traffic police officers think.
“I no longer give instructions; I command you to become agents of change. As change agents in your respective areas for those who are not here at Pusdik Lantas,” Djoni explained.
“What is their role? Their role is to change behavior, to change their conduct, so that the expectations of the Indonesian National Police Chief are not repeated, and we don’t repeat the viral incidents that are happening everywhere,” Djoni concluded.
Police Brigadier General Djoni Hendra emphasized that the most important aspect of police education is to change the way of thinking. Djoni stated that traffic police officers should no longer appear intimidating or be perceived as complicating matters for drivers.
His hope is that this education can dispel old stigmas associated with the lack of knowledge or indifference of the public regarding traffic matters. By having police officers who adopt better approaches, such as providing understanding and educating the public on a broader scale, the perception of the police can be improved.
“The education at the Traffic Education Center is in line with the Presisi concept introduced by the Indonesian National Police Chief. It is about providing quality traffic education. This education is not only for non-commissioned officers but also for officers ranging from the first level to middle-ranking officers with the rank of Assistant Commissioner,” he stated.
This year’s celebration of Bhayangkara Day carries the theme “Polri Presisi Untuk Negeri Pemilu Damai Menuju Indonesia Maju” (Precise Indonesian National Police for a Peaceful Election towards an Advanced Indonesia).
Through education at Pusdik Lantas Serpong, the aim is for police officers to become good examples and perform their duties with precision, possessing superior competence in maintaining traffic order and security in Indonesia.
Every traffic officer who has received education at Pusdik Lantas is expected to become an agent of change for their colleagues who have not yet undergone such education. They are expected to realize the importance of this for themselves and for the benefit of the community as a whole.
