Hundreds of Meunasah Blang Villagers in Bireuen Participate in Fun Walk to Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia.
Hundreds of residents of Meunasah Blang Village, Kota Juang District, Bireuen Regency, Aceh Province, participated in a fun walk organized by the local village government on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
The fun walk was held to enliven and celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia (HUT NKRI). Hundreds of residents, including children, teenagers, adults, and the elderly, participated in the fun walk.
The fun walk, held in Meunasah Blang Village, is a routine activity organized by the local village government. It was officiated by the Secretary of the Kota Juang Sub-district (Sekcam), Mulyadi, accompanied by the village head, Baihakki.
Participants in the fun walk traveled around the village accompanied by the Sanggar Meuligoe Jeumpa drum band. The smooth running of the event was also ensured by officers and committee members throughout the trip, accompanied by two ambulances.
The Head of Bireuen Meunasah Blang, Baihakki, stated that this event was part of the celebrations for the 80th Anniversary of Indonesian Independence.
The committee also provided more than 200 door prizes, with the grand prize being an electric bicycle. Funding came from village funds and donations from donors who contributed to the annual event.
"This fun walk to celebrate Indonesian Independence Day also aims to foster camaraderie and strengthen a sense of togetherness among the community," he said.
Mulyadi, Secretary of Kota Juang Subdistrict, stated in his opening remarks that this fun walk was not just a form of group exercise, but also had a significant meaning as a means of strengthening ties between residents.
"By walking together, we foster a sense of unity, togetherness, and a spirit of togetherness that are essential for village development.
Furthermore, walking is an inexpensive, easy, and highly beneficial form of exercise for health," he said.
