PORTALJABAR, GARUT REGENCY - Acting Regent of Garut, Barnas Adjidin led the 212th Garut Anniversary (HJG) Commemoration Ceremony which took place on a limited basis at the Pendopo Building, Garut City District (2/17/2025).

HJG with the theme "Garut Gagah Rucita Rahayu Mangun Raharja" was carried out simply in accordance with Presidential Instruction Number 1 of 2025.

In his speech, Barnas Adjidin emphasized that even though the celebration took place without ceremonial splendor, the meaning of this commemoration remained deep for the people of Garut, in addition to a deep sense of gratitude, the importance of making this momentum a reflection on the long journey of Garut Regency.

"This historic momentum is not just to remember the number 212 years, but rather a reflection of a long journey, the struggle for development and togetherness. Garut is rich in history, culture, and resources, and has given birth to strong generations who continue to contribute to the progress of the region," he explained.

Challenges of Garut Regency Development

Since its establishment more than two centuries ago, Garut Regency has experienced rapid development in various sectors. However, Barnas reminded that the 134 awards won by Garut Regency throughout 2024 are not enough if there are still many problems that need to be resolved.

He highlighted the major challenges that are still being faced, such as the high number of open unemployment reaching more than 128 thousand people, and the number of poor people still around 250 thousand people. In addition, the low Human Development Index (HDI) is also a challenge that needs to be addressed immediately.

As the Acting Regent of Garut for more than a year, Barnas emphasized its commitment to ensuring the continuity of government, ensuring the achievement of development targets, and ensuring the implementation of regional head elections that have taken place smoothly and peacefully.

"The implementation of the regional head elections in Garut Regency has been smooth, safe, orderly, and peaceful. So that Garut Regency will have a new regent and deputy regent for the next five years," he said.

Hope for the Future of Garut

Towards the end of his term of office, Barnas expressed his hope that Garut Regency would continue to develop into a superior and innovative region, and be able to become a comfortable home for the entire community.

He emphasized the importance of maintaining mutual cooperation and togetherness in developing the region.

"Garut must have an identity in preserving culture. Garut must sow harmony and peace, and Garut must be prosperous to be passed on to our children and grandchildren," he concluded.

"Garut must have an identity in preserving culture, sowing harmony and peace, and becoming a prosperous region to be passed on to our children and grandchildren," he added. (Garut Communication and Information Service/Fauziah)