Indonesia, my country, has not yet recovered from the haze disaster that struck West Kalimantan, and now our country is facing another natural disaster: the eruption of Anak Krakatau.. Thankfully, there have been no reported deaths so far. However, this could still become a tragic and horrifying situation for the people of the Republic of Indonesia.
PRAY FOR INDONESIA
Anak Krakatau, one of Indonesia’s active volcanoes, has erupted again in the Sunda Strait, between Java and Sumatra. The eruption sent volcanic ash high into the sky, reaching around 50,000 feet. The ash was carried by the wind to several areas, including Jakarta, Banten, Lampung, and parts of Java and Sumatra.
The eruption also caused problems for air travel. Several airports had to stop their operations because volcanic ash can be dangerous for airplanes.
Since I do not have my original photo of Anak Krakatau, and I care about copyright issues and I do not want to violate especially when using photos from social media.This is a part of the photo taken Wild WeatherUS channel
All my readers could easily search for original photos or videos of Anak Krakatau spread all over the place on the internet on your own accountability.
At Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, hundreds of flights were cancelled or rescheduled, affecting many passengers.
The ash has also affected daily life in some areas. Some schools moved their classes online, while fishing activities were stopped in some coastal areas.
People living in areas affected by the ash have been advised to wear masks and reduce outdoor activities.
So far, there have been no reports of casualties, and authorities say there is no immediate tsunami threat. People are also advised to stay away from the volcano’s crater.
The situation is still developing, and authorities continue to monitor Anak Krakatau closely.
As an Indonesian blogger, I will continue to follow the news and share updates when I can.
Please stay safe, Indonesia
A Message From Asep Haryono
"Thank you so much for your time here. I really appreciate your precious moment here as well. Please leave any comment down below. Let me hear from you. Greetings from Indonesia"
Hello Mrs. Ananka from Scotland, Madam Mary Kirkland from the US, Mrs. Irinafrom Russia, and all my fellow international bloggers that I recently visited. How are you all doing? It is Saturday. Happy weekend to all of you!
First of all, I would like to apologize to my fellow bloggers and friends around the world for not publishing many blog posts or visiting and commenting on your blogs during the last few weeks. My work schedule has been quite busy, and I also need to spend time taking care of my family. In addition, I have been working on several projects for my clients. I hope you understand my situation.
I truly appreciate your friendship, patience, and continued support. I hope to have more time soon to return to blogging and reconnect with my fellow bloggers around the world.
Today, I would like to share some information about my work at SPPG Kualadua, located in Kabupaten Kubu Raya, West Kalimantan, Indonesia, as well as the current weather and environmental situation in our region.
I have been working at SPPG Kualadua as part of the Packing Personnel Unit since November 2025. There are 12 personnel, including me, in our team. Our regular working schedule is five days a week, from Monday to Friday.
Recently, the situation in West Kalimantan has become very concerning. The weather and air conditions have been severely affected by land clearing and forest fires, which have produced thick smoke and haze across many areas of West Kalimantan Province, Indonesia.
The haze has affected daily activities and raised concerns about public health and safety. Because of these conditions, people are encouraged to take care of their health and reduce unnecessary outdoor activities.
A photo captured by a journalist showing the situation: Thick haze caused by forest and land fires has once again blanketed cities across West Kalimantan. Residents are advised to limit unnecessary outdoor activities and are encouraged to wear masks. source ; PHOTO from Pontianak POST
The situation has also affected schools. Schools have been temporarily closed, and students have been instructed to stay at home until further notice from the authorities.
Because of the unfavorable conditions, the kitchen operations at SPPG Kualadua have also temporarily stopped until further notice.
We sincerely hope and pray that the situation will improve soon, that the fires can be controlled, and that the air quality will return to normal. We also hope that schools, workplaces, and other public activities can safely return to normal as soon as possible.
Further information about the reopening of the kitchen and other developments will be shared when updates become available.
Despite my busy schedule and the current situation, I will continue to write and share stories, experiences, and other interesting information on this blog whenever I have enough time.
Thank you very much to all my fellow bloggers and readers around the world for your patience, understanding, friendship, and continued support.
Let us all pray for cleaner air, better weather, good health, safety, and better days ahead.
Stay safe, stay healthy, and keep your spirit strong!
Warm regards,
Asep Haryono
Indonesia
A Message From Asep Haryono
"Thank you so much for your time here. I really appreciate your precious moment here as well. Please leave any comment down below. Let me hear from you. Greetings from Indonesia"
This article is an original and genuine piece of writing published in Indonesian. It has not been translated into English, as my main target audience and readers are local Indonesian readers.
For readers from overseas who are interested in reading this article, please feel free to use Google Translate or any other translation tool to translate the article into your preferred language.
I apologize for not providing an English version at this time, and I hope you will still enjoy the story and the experiences shared in this article.
Thank you for visiting and reading my blog
Asep Haryono
Indonesia.
Kubu Raya Saya memang termasuk yang paling jarang bepergian ke luar negeri dengan cara merogoh kocek alias menggunakan uang pribadi atau uang sendiri. Kalau dihitung dengan Jari frekuensi saya melakukan perjalanan wisata ke Luar Negeri memang sangat jarang. Saya terakhir melakukan perjalanan wisata ke Luar Negeri pada tahun 2009 saat itu ada saya diundang menghadiri Youth Engagement Summitbulan November 2009 di Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Setelah itu belum ada kesempatan lagi
Namun demikain, saya memiliki beberapa souvenir dari berbagai negara sudah saya koleksi sejak beberapa tahun terakhir ini. Beberapa souvenir dalam bentuk PIN, Key chain (Gantungan Kunci), selebihnya berbentuk lain.
Beberapa negara yang saya sudah miliki souvenirnya antara lain berasal dari Vancouver (Canada), China, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Brunai Darussalam, Thailand, dan dari Amerika Serikat. Dari koleksi souvenir manca negara yang saya sudah koleksi tersebut yang paling saya sukai adalah koleksi dari Amerika Serikat dan Australia. Ini juga ada ceritanya sedikit loh. Beberapa souvenir yang saya miliki dan koleksi ini ada ceritanya masing masing. Saya akan coba sampaikan sedikit saja ya
SOUVENIR : Ini adalah koleksi souvenir dari Manca Negara yang berhasil saya miliki dan saya selamatkan. Banyak souvenir yang rusak karena usia penyimpanan yang terlalu lama seperti berkarat dan lain sebagainya. Foto Asep Haryono
Misalnya saja Sebuah Pulpen dari Amerika Serikat. Pulpennya sih pulpen biasa aja yang kalau di Indonesia tersedia banyak sekali. Yang istimewa karena di dapatnya dan dikirimkannya dari Amerika Serikat. Cerita begini. Saya pendengar program acara How Do You Say That yakni salah satu program siaran radio yang dipancarkan ke Indonesia dari Voice Of America seksi siaran Bahasa Indonesia. Tentu dengan menggunakan gelombang pendek tentunya. Itu saya sudah dengar program itu sejak sekitar tahun 2005 hingga 2010 kalau tidak salah
Program acara bertajuk "How Do You Say That" itu adalah koleksi bahasa gaulnya orang orang Amerika Serikat yang jika diterjemahkan ke dalam bahasa Indonesia mempunyai kesan yang unik dan arti yang juga tidak kalah menariknya. Sebagai contoh Nasi Kuning. Ya makanan khas bangsa Indonesia itu kalau dalam bahasa gaulnya US people disebut "Safron rice". Dan masih banyak lagi lainnya.
Nah saat ada kuis, saya pun mengirimkannya melalui email, dan ada yang menang loh. Hadiahnya dikirim ke alamat saya di Indonesia, saat itu saya masih ngekos di kawasan Untan Pontianak di era tahun 2005 an. Selain itu masih ada souvenir lainnya seperti PIN VOA, dan Majalah VOA.
SINGAPORE : Ini contoh gantungan kunci pemberian dari Mba Kusmalina SH yang pulang liputan dari Singapura. Masih ada gantungan dari Singapura lainnya dalam koleksi saya. Foto Asep Haryono
TATAKAN GELAS : Souvenir tatakan gelas ini dari Negeri Kangguru Australia. Pemberian atau cinderamata dari Kevin Dalton, Mantan Project Manager KanGuru Indonesia. Foto Asep Haryono
Pernah satu kali saya mendapat souvenir berbentuk jam tangan mini yang tertera di pergelangannya made of china, sayan sekali jam tangan mini itu tidak berfungsi. Tidak ada battery nya atau rusak diperjalanan. Nah masih penasaran sama cerita lainnya dari Koleksi Souvenir Manca Negara yang saya miliki ini, Insya Allah pada kesempatan yang akan datang ya.
Dari Negeri KangGuru Australia saya mendapat cukup beragam jenis Souvenirnya mulai dari PIN lambang negara, taplak meja yang berisi resep resep tradisional Masyarakat Australia (Bush Tucker), Buku Buku Sejarah Australia dalam membantu Perang Kemerdekaan Indonesia, Topi dan beberapa lagi lainnya. Sayangnya untuk Topi Australia tepatnya dari Sydney hilang entah kemana. Topi Sydney itu pemberian dari H.Daeng Effendy Ali yang sudah puluhan tahun menetap di Sydney. Sahabat saya
TOPI AUSTRALIA : Inilah merchandise berbentuk Topi dari Australia pemberian sahabat saya H.Daeng Effendy Ali yang kini hilang entah dimana. I am so sorry Pak Haji Daerng. Foto Asep Haryono
Jika ada pertanyaan akan diapakan koleksi Souvenir Luar Negeri yang saya kumpulkan ini? Secara prinsip sih untuk koleksi saja. Namun saya bisa saja menggunakannya dalam kesempatan atau menghadiri acara tertentu.
Namun dari semua itu saya sangat menghargai apresiasi atau pemberian orang kepada saya dan saya menganggapnya sebagai sebuah kepercayaan. Menghargai pemberian orang tentu boleh boleh saja bukan. Tidak ada sentimentil. Tidak apa pun yang sifatnya personal atau pribadi. Semuanya hanya semata mata menjaga pemberian dan menghargai pemberian orang lain. Terima kasih sudah meluangkan waktunya membaca artikel saya ini. (Asep Haryono)
Hello everyone. I would like to say hi to MadamMary Kirkland from the US, Mrs. Ananka from Scotland, andMrs. Irina from Russia in particular. Hello too to every one. How is it going
Today, I would like to tell you about one of the darkest memories in the history of local marine transportation in Indonesia.
Do you like watching the movie Titanic, featuring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet? I do, and I sometimes watch it again and again because of its romantic story and historical tragedy. However, Indonesia also has a similar story: Indonesia's Own "Titanic" Tragedy: Tampomas II.
I am sorry once again that this story is written in Bahasa Indonesia because I originally intended it for Indonesian readers. However, to my international readers, would you kindly use any translation tool to understand the story? All images and photographs featured in this blog do not belong to me, and, as usual, I always mention the sources of those materials.
Happy reading
Indonesia's Own "Titanic" Tragedy: Tampomas II
KMP Tampomas II adalah sebuah kapal motor penumpang milik PT Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (PELNI) yang dikenang karena musibah tragis yang dikenal sebagai Tragedi Tampomas 1981. Kapal tersebut terbakar dan tenggelam di sekitar Kepulauan Masalembu, yang terletak pada koordinat 114°25′60″ BT — 5°30′0″ LS di Laut Jawa (secara administratif termasuk wilayah Provinsi Jawa Timur). Singkatan KMP berarti Kapal Motor Penumpang.
Di bawah komando Kapten Abdul Rivai, kapal ini sedang berlayar dari Jakarta menuju Sulawesi ketika akhirnya tenggelam pada 27 Januari 1981, mengakibatkan ratusan penumpang kehilangan nyawa.
Tampomas II berangkat dari Pelabuhan Tanjung Priok pada Sabtu, 24 Januari 1981, pukul 19.00 WIB, dengan tujuan Ujungpandang (kini Makassar). Perjalanan diperkirakan memakan waktu sekitar dua hari dua malam, sehingga kapal dijadwalkan tiba pada Senin, 26 Januari 1981, pukul 10.00 pagi. Menurut salah satu panduan atau catatan kapal, salah satu mesin utama sebenarnya telah mengalami gangguan sebelum kapal diberangkatkan.
Kapal ini mengangkut puluhan kendaraan bermotor, termasuk sebuah mesin penggiling (milling machine) merek SAKAI dan sejumlah sepeda motor Vespa, yang semuanya ditempatkan di dek kendaraan (car deck). Manifest kapal mencatat terdapat 191 mobil dan 200 sepeda motor di atas kapal. Selain itu, kapal membawa 1.055 penumpang resmi serta 82 awak kapal. Namun, jumlah orang yang sebenarnya berada di atas kapal diperkirakan mencapai 1.442 orang, termasuk penumpang yang tidak terdaftar (penumpang gelap).
Pada malam 24 Januari, suasana di atas kapal berlangsung tenang dan tidak ada tanda-tanda yang mencurigakan, selain indahnya matahari terbenam dan tenangnya permukaan Laut Jawa. Namun demikian, gelombang laut pada bulan Januari memang dikenal lebih ganas dibandingkan bulan-bulan lainnya. Tinggi ombak dapat mencapai 7–10 meter, dengan kecepatan angin sekitar 15 knot, kondisi yang cukup umum terjadi pada musim tersebut.
Sebagai hiburan bagi para penumpang, sebuah pertunjukan musik langsung dijadwalkan berlangsung di bar kapal dengan menampilkan penyanyi Ida Farida bersama grup musik kapal. Salah satu momen yang kemudian dikenang sebagai pertanda buruk terjadi ketika seorang bernama Ferry menyanyikan sebuah lagu perpisahan. Setelah itu, ia tidak pernah terlihat.
The tragedy of the sinking of the Tampomas II Ship is one of the most heartbreaking maritime disasters in Indonesian history. This incident occurred on January 27, 1981 in the waters of Masalembo, East Java.
Pada 25 Januari 1981, sepanjang hari pelayaran berlangsung tanpa insiden. Namun, pada malam harinya, sekitar pukul 20.00 WITA, di tengah badai hebat yang menerjang Laut Jawa, terjadi kebocoran bahan bakar di ruang mesin. Sebuah puntung rokok yang diduga dibuang melalui lubang ventilasi dilaporkan memicu percikan api yang kemudian menyebabkan kebakaran.
Awak kapal segera berusaha memadamkan api menggunakan alat pemadam api ringan (APAR), tetapi usaha tersebut tidak berhasil. Api dengan cepat menjalar ke ruang mesin melalui pintu dek yang terbuka. Mesin utama kapal berhenti beroperasi selama sekitar dua jam, generator darurat juga mengalami kegagalan, dan upaya pemadaman akhirnya dihentikan karena kondisi yang semakin memburuk.
Bahan bakar yang terdapat di dalam kendaraan-kendaraan di dek mobil membuat kobaran api semakin cepat membesar hingga melalap hampir seluruh bagian dek kapal.
Sekitar 30 menit setelah kebakaran mulai terjadi, para penumpang diperintahkan untuk menuju dek atas dan bersiap menaiki sekoci penyelamat. Namun, proses evakuasi berlangsung sangat lambat karena hanya terdapat satu jalur akses menuju dek atas. Setelah berhasil sampai di sana, banyak penumpang tidak mendapatkan petunjuk dari awak kapal mengenai lokasi sekoci penyelamat.
Dalam situasi yang kacau, beberapa awak kapal bahkan dilaporkan menurunkan sekoci penyelamat hanya untuk menyelamatkan diri mereka sendiri. Dari enam sekoci yang tersedia, masing-masing hanya mampu menampung sekitar 50 orang. Kepanikan pun tidak terhindarkan. Sebagian penumpang memilih melompat ke laut, sementara yang lainnya tetap bertahan di atas kapal, menunggu dengan penuh kebingungan dan ketakutan.
Kapal-Kapal Penolong Pertama
Kapal pertama yang datang memberikan pertolongan adalah KM Sangihe, yang dinakhodai oleh Kapten Agus K. Sumirat, teman seangkatan Kapten Abdul Rivai di Akademi Ilmu Pelayaran Indonesia (angkatan 1959). Saat itu, KM Sangihe sedang berlayar dari Parepare menuju Surabaya untuk menjalani perbaikan mesin.
Mualim I J. Bilalu dari KM Sangihe pertama kali melihat kepulan asap. Awalnya, ia mengira asap tersebut berasal dari salah satu anjungan pengeboran minyak lepas pantai milik Pertamina. Pada pukul 08.15 WITA, operator radio Abubakar segera mengirimkan sinyal darurat SOS menggunakan kode Morse.
Beberapa kapal lain kemudian bergabung dalam operasi penyelamatan, di antaranya KM Ilmamui, kapal tanker Istana VI, KM Adhiguna Karunia, dan KM Sengata milik PT Porodisa Lines.
Ledakan dan Tenggelamnya Tampomas II
Pada 26 Januari 1981, hujan deras mengguyur kawasan Laut Jawa. Api terus menjalar hingga mencapai ruang mesin yang masih menyimpan bahan bakar yang belum diisolasi. Kondisi tersebut memicu ledakan hebat pada pagi hari 27 Januari 1981.
Ledakan itu menyebabkan ruang mesin, ruang baling-baling (propeller), dan ruang generator terendam air, sehingga kapal mulai miring hingga mencapai kemiringan sekitar 45 derajat.
Akhirnya, pada 27 Januari 1981 pukul 12.45 WIB (atau 13.45 WITA), sekitar 30 jam setelah kebakaran pertama kali terjadi, KMP Tampomas II tenggelam ke dasar Laut Jawa, membawa sekitar 288 penumpang yang masih terjebak di dek bawah.
Kapten Abdul Rivai menjadi salah seorang yang terakhir meninggalkan kapal. Sebelum benar-benar meninggalkan kapalnya, ia sempat mengirimkan pesan terakhir kepada KM Sangihe
"Tolong kirimkan saya air dan makanan, karena saya akan tetap bersama kapal ini sampai saat-saat terakhir."
Pesan tersebut disampaikan melalui salah seorang awak kapal yang selamat, Bakaila. Namun, dengan sangat menyesal, Kapten Agus K. Sumirat tidak dapat memenuhi permintaan tersebut.
News of the Sinking of KMP Tampomas II.The KMP Tampomas II was a Pelni passenger ship that caught fire and sank near the Masalembo Islands in the Java Sea on January 27, 1981.
Source: SIB, January 28, 1981. Salemba Rare Newspaper Collection – National Library of Indonesia (SKALA-Team)
Abdul Rivai, Captain of the Tampomas II Who Died Because of His Loyalty to DutyAbdul Rivai, Captain of the Tampomas II Who Died Because of His Loyalty to Duty Photo from BOOMBASTIS Website
Korban dan Operasi Penyelamatan
Menurut data resmi, kapal mengangkut 2.174 penumpang dan 107 awak kapal. Namun, jika termasuk penumpang yang tidak terdaftar (penumpang gelap), jumlah orang di atas kapal diperkirakan mencapai sekitar 2.812 orang. Salah satu sumber bahkan memperkirakan terdapat sekitar 307 penumpang yang tidak tercatat dalam manifest.
Tim penyelamat memperkirakan sekitar 1.217 orang meninggal dunia, yang terdiri atas 612 jenazah berhasil ditemukan, sementara 411 orang dinyatakan hilang. Sebanyak 703 orang berhasil selamat dari tragedi tersebut.
Dalam operasi penyelamatan:
Tanker Istana VI berhasil menyelamatkan 144 orang dan mengevakuasi 4 jenazah.
KM Sengata menyelamatkan 169 orang serta menemukan 2 jenazah.
KM Sonne mengevakuasi 29 jenazah, termasuk jenazah Kapten Abdul Rivai.
Salah seorang penyintas adalah operator radio Odang Kusdinar, yang ditemukan bersama 62 orang lainnya di atas sebuah sekoci penyelamat di sekitar Pulau Duang-Duang Besar, sekitar 240 kilometer di sebelah timur lokasi tenggelamnya kapal, pada Jumat, 30 Januari 1981, pukul 05.00 pagi.
Penyelidikan
Menteri Perhubungan saat itu, Roesmin Nurjadin, menyatakan bahwa hasil pemeriksaan tidak menemukan adanya kelainan pada ruang mesin kapal. Menurut hasil investigasi pemerintah, kebakaran diduga justru bermula dari dek kendaraan, khususnya di area tempat sepeda motor disimpan di bagian belakang kapal.
Gelombang laut yang sangat tinggi diduga menyebabkan kebocoran bahan bakar yang kemudian memicu terjadinya kebakaran.
Sementara itu, Wishardi Hamzah, yang menjabat sebagai masinis III, mengakui bahwa KMP Tampomas II tidak dilengkapi dengan sistem pendeteksi asap (smoke detection system).
Penyelidikan yang dipimpin oleh jaksa Bob Rusli Efendi Nasution pada akhirnya tidak menghasilkan kesimpulan yang memuaskan. Hampir seluruh tanggung jawab dibebankan kepada awak kapal.
Namun, banyak pihak menduga adanya upaya untuk menutupi fakta (cover-up) oleh pemerintah. Kecurigaan tersebut muncul karena, meskipun banyak anggota parlemen mendesak agar dilakukan penyelidikan yang menyeluruh dan transparan, hasil investigasi dianggap tidak mampu mengungkap penyebab sebenarnya dari tragedi tersebut.
Artikel ini disusun berdasarkan berbagai sumber sejarah dan dokumentasi yang tersedia mengenai Tragedi KMP Tampomas II, di Indonesia.
A Message From Asep Haryono
"Thank you so much for your time here. I really appreciate your precious moment here as well. Please leave any comment down below. Let me hear from you. Greetings from Indonesia"
Hello, my friends everywhere. How is it going? How has your weekend been so far? Did you guys have fun with your family members or loved ones?
Well, as for me here, I was enjoying my time with my family at home and doing some fun activities such as outdoor cooking and watching movies through my cellphone (we do not have a television).
I just want to let you guys know that I have just recovered from a two-day illness of diarrhea, which caused me to go to the bathroom several times a day, have a little headache, throw up, and feel a little weak.
I have not visited a doctor yet. However, I am following healthy personal care procedures, such as taking care of my daily food intake (not too much sugar, meat, and street food, for instance), resting enough at home, sleeping at least 6 to 8 hours a day, drinking enough water, and doing a little exercise like jogging in front of my home.
I love Bakso so much. Photo Asep Haryono
People told me that one of the reasons why I got diarrhea was because I consumed unhealthy or contaminated food from somewhere. I do not quite recall what kind of street food I had eaten during the last few weeks, but I did eat some street food, usually our national quick bites, which are very easy to find on every corner across Indonesia, like pisang goreng (fried banana), Nasi Goreng (fried rice) and I love Bakso andRendang so much. Do you guys know Bakso already?
Well, Bakso is a popular Indonesian meatball dish usually made from beef and served in hot broth with noodles, vegetables, tofu, and fried snacks. It is one of Indonesia’s favorite street foods and can easily be found in cities, villages, restaurants, and roadside food stalls across the country. A bowl of bakso is affordable here in Indonesia, costing around 20,000 Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) or less than 2 USD.
I am so happy that I have fully recovered since yesterday and am back to work as usual, doing my daily routine activities at home and taking care of my family.
Ok guys, I think that will be all for now. I am so sorry that I have not written about a specific topic at the moment, my friends. I have planned to write a “serious topic” in the next few days.
I came here now just to say hi to all of you, especially my favorite bloggers: Mrs. Ananka from Scotland, Madam Mary Kirkland from the US, and Mrs. Irina from Russia.
I also want to send warm regards to all my fellow international bloggers whom I recently visited. How are you all doing?
Until then, see you soon.
A Message From Asep Haryono
"Thank you so much for your time here. I really appreciate your precious moment here as well. Please leave any comment down below. Let me hear from you. Greetings from Indonesia"
DISCLAIMER : This article is specially dedicated to Mrs. Ananka from Scotland. I promised her that I would share a story about my current job, and today I am fulfilling that promise. I apologize that this article is written in Indonesian because it is mainly intended for readers in Indonesia. Friends and fellow bloggers from other countries can use Google Translate or other online translation tools to understand this article.
Asep Haryono
Pada hari Senin, 20 April 2026, tim dari Dinas Ketahanan Pangan Provinsi Kalimantan Barat bersama Dinas Ketahanan Pangan Kabupaten Kubu Raya melakukan kegiatan monitoring dan evaluasi di SPPG Kuala Dua 2 di Kabupten Kybu Faya, Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia. Kegiatan ini merupakan bagian dari upaya berkelanjutan untuk memastikan bahwa seluruh proses pengolahan makanan berjalan sesuai standar kebersihan, keamanan, dan efisiensi operasional.
Sebagai bagian dari tim yang bekerja di lingkungan dapur, saya melihat langsung bagaimana kegiatan monitoring ini tidak hanya bertujuan untuk menilai kondisi yang ada, tetapi juga memberikan arahan perbaikan yang bersifat konstruktif. Semua masukan yang diberikan berfokus pada peningkatan kualitas pelayanan kepada penerima manfaat, sekaligus menjaga keselamatan dan kenyamanan para pekerja di dapur.
A team from the West Kalimantan Provincial Food Security Service, together with the Kubu Raya Regency Food Security Service, conducted food security control and monitoring at the Kuala Dua 2 gas station, Kubu Raya Regency, West Kalimantan, Indonesia.
A team from the West Kalimantan Provincial Food Security Service, together with the Kubu Raya Regency Food Security Service, conducted food security control and monitoring at the Kuala Dua 2 gas station, Kubu Raya Regency, West Kalimantan, Indonesia.
1.Penataan Alas Kaki dan Kebersihan Area Masuk
Salah satu perhatian utama dalam evaluasi kali ini adalah penataan alas kaki. Tim monitoring menekankan bahwa alas kaki wajib ditempatkan di atas rak yang telah disediakan. Alas kaki yang berasal dari luar area dapur harus dilepas sebelum memasuki ruangan kerja.
Untuk mendukung hal tersebut, disediakan empat titik penyimpanan rak alas kaki, yaitu di pintu masuk loading area, pintu masuk lobby, serta di area WC dan tempat cuci ompreng. Langkah ini terlihat sederhana, tetapi memiliki dampak besar dalam menjaga kebersihan lingkungan dapur dan mencegah masuknya kotoran dari luar.
2. Penambahan Fasilitas dan Peralatan Pendukung
Selain penataan alas kaki, tim monitoring juga memberikan rekomendasi untuk menambah beberapa fasilitas penting. Di antaranya adalah penambahan rak penyimpanan alat, penyediaan alas kaki atau sandal tambahan, serta pengadaan freezer box dan showcase.
Fasilitas-fasilitas tersebut diharapkan dapat membantu menjaga kualitas bahan makanan dan meningkatkan efisiensi kerja. Dengan penyimpanan yang lebih tertata, proses kerja dapat berjalan lebih cepat dan risiko kerusakan bahan makanan dapat diminimalkan.
3. Penyimpanan Barang Non-Pangan dan Standarisasi Bahan Makanan
Dalam kegiatan evaluasi tersebut, tim juga menyoroti pentingnya pemisahan antara barang pangan dan non-pangan. Plastik dan barang sejenis diwajibkan untuk disimpan di gudang khusus agar tidak tercampur dengan bahan makanan.
Selain itu, standarisasi bahan makanan juga menjadi perhatian. Beras yang digunakan harus memiliki izin edar PSAT dan disarankan menggunakan beras premium yang memiliki kode resmi atau sertifikat dari lembaga terkait. Hal ini bertujuan untuk memastikan kualitas bahan makanan yang disajikan kepada penerima manfaat tetap terjaga.
4. Penempatan Peralatan dan Perbaikan Fasilitas
Beberapa peralatan dapur juga menjadi bagian dari evaluasi. Misalnya, galon air dan ompreng yang sudah diisi makanan harus ditempatkan menggunakan palet, sehingga tidak langsung menyentuh lantai. Hal ini penting untuk menjaga kebersihan dan keamanan makanan.
Selain itu, ditemukan juga perlunya perbaikan pada pemantik kompor gas yang mengalami gangguan. Perbaikan peralatan seperti ini sangat penting, karena dapat memengaruhi kelancaran proses memasak dan keselamatan kerja di dapur.
5. Penataan Ruang dan Efisiensi Operasional
Penataan ruang dapur menjadi salah satu fokus dalam monitoring kali ini. Tim menyarankan agar dilakukan penataan ulang ruang penyimpanan alat dapur agar lebih rapi dan efisien.
Pengadaan meja dorong juga menjadi salah satu rekomendasi penting. Meja dorong ini akan digunakan untuk membawa makanan matang dari ruang masak ke ruang porsi. Dengan adanya alat tersebut, mobilitas pekerja dapat berkurang, sehingga tenaga dan waktu dapat digunakan dengan lebih efektif.
Selain itu, dilakukan juga penyekatan antara tangga dan ruang porsi. Ruang porsi harus dijaga dalam kondisi steril, karena merupakan area yang langsung berhubungan dengan proses pembagian makanan.
6. Kebersihan Lingkungan dan Kesadaran Pekerja
Kebersihan lantai dan lingkungan kerja menjadi perhatian penting dalam kegiatan evaluasi ini. Tim monitoring menyarankan penggunaan cairan pembersih seperti karbol atau disinfektan untuk mengepel lantai secara rutin.
Di area toilet, disediakan alas kaki khusus dan ditambahkan informasi berupa tulisan pengingat agar setiap pekerja mencuci tangan dengan bersih setelah menggunakan toilet. Langkah ini merupakan bagian dari upaya menjaga kebersihan dan kesehatan bersama.
Selain fasilitas, kesadaran pekerja juga menjadi faktor utama dalam menjaga kebersihan lingkungan kerja. Pekerja diingatkan untuk membersihkan pembatas plastik secara rutin, tidak mengikat pembatas plastik dengan tali, tidak membuang sampah sembarangan, dan selalu menggunakan alat pelindung diri (APD) saat bekerja.
7. Perbaikan Infrastruktur dan Administrasi
Dalam kegiatan monitoring tersebut, tim juga menemukan bahwa listrik di lokasi dapur masih sering mengalami gangguan atau jatuh. Kondisi ini perlu segera diperbaiki, karena dapat berpotensi merusak peralatan dapur dan mengganggu kelancaran operasional.
Selain aspek teknis, kelengkapan administrasi juga menjadi bagian dari evaluasi. Dokumen berita acara serah terima kepada penerima manfaat harus dilengkapi sebagai bukti bahwa makanan telah diterima sesuai prosedur. Administrasi yang tertib akan membantu meningkatkan transparansi dan akuntabilitas dalam pelaksanaan program.
8. Komitmen untuk Perbaikan Berkelanjutan
Secara keseluruhan, kegiatan monitoring dan evaluasi ini memberikan banyak masukan yang bermanfaat bagi pengelola dan pekerja di SPPG Kuala Dua 2. Semua poin yang disampaikan bukanlah bentuk kritik semata, tetapi merupakan langkah bersama untuk meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan.
Perbaikan mungkin membutuhkan waktu dan kerja sama dari semua pihak. Namun dengan komitmen yang kuat, setiap perubahan kecil dapat membawa dampak besar bagi kebersihan, kerapihan, dan efisiensi operasional dapur.
Pada akhirnya, tujuan utama dari semua upaya ini adalah memastikan bahwa makanan yang disajikan kepada penerima manfaat tetap aman, higienis, dan berkualitas. Dengan demikian, kepercayaan masyarakat terhadap program layanan pangan dapat terus terjaga.
Mari kita jadikan kebersihan dan kedisiplinan sebagai budaya kerja bersama. Dengan saling mengingatkan dan bekerja sama, kita dapat memberikan pelayanan terbaik kepada masyarakat.
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Please accept my sincere apology if I have not been active on your blogs recently. I have been a bit busy for the last few weeks due to the holy Islamic month of Ramadhan and the Eid Mubarak celebrations, and this situation may continue until the end of April.
Because of this busy period, I have not been able to visit my fellow bloggers or leave comments as usual. It does not mean I have forgotten you or your wonderful content. Hopefully, I will be back to normal as soon as possible and can visit you guys again, read your posts, and stay connected like before.
Thank you very much for your understanding and friendship
Asep Haryono INDONESIA.
All Muslims around the world are now celebrating Eid Mubarak, also known in Indonesia as Lebaran. This special moment marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, a time when Muslims fast, pray, and practice self-discipline. Eid is a joyful celebration of gratitude, forgiveness, and togetherness.
Indonesia is the largest Muslim-majority country in the world. For many Indonesians, Eid is the most important holiday of the year. It is not only a religious celebration but also a cultural event filled with meaningful traditions and happy activities.
During Eid Mubarak, all families prepare some food and drinks for the guests who visit. All foods, including cakes, candy, and all non-alcoholic beverages. All you can eat for free.
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One of the most famous traditions in Indonesia is mudik, the annual journey when millions of people travel from big cities back to their hometowns. Families reunite after months or even years apart. Roads, airports, train stations, and seaports become very busy, but people are excited because they can celebrate Eid with their loved ones.
Another unique Indonesian tradition is halal bihalal. After Eid, families, neighbors, friends, and coworkers gather to shake hands and ask for forgiveness. People often say, "Mohon maaf lahir dan batin," which means asking forgiveness for past mistakes. This tradition helps strengthen friendship and social harmony.
On the night before Eid, many communities celebrate takbiran. People gather at mosques to chant praises to God. In some areas, there are parades with drums, lanterns, and decorated vehicles. The atmosphere is festive and full of excitement, especially for children.
Many families also practice nyekar, which means visiting the graves of parents and ancestors. They clean the graves, place flowers, and say prayers. This tradition shows respect and love for family members who have passed away.
Food is an important part of Eid celebrations in Indonesia. Families prepare special dishes such as ketupat (rice cakes wrapped in palm leaves), rendang (spiced beef), opor ayam(chicken cooked in coconut milk), and many traditional snacks. Homes are open to guests, and visitors are warmly welcomed throughout the day.
Another popular custom is wearing new clothes, called baju baru. This symbolizes a fresh start and a new beginning. Children are especially happy during Eid because they often receive small gifts or money, known as Tunjangan Hari Raya or THR” (holiday allowance), from parents and relatives.
Charity is also a very important part of Eid. Muslims give zakat fitrah, a donation to help people in need. This ensures that everyone can celebrate Eid with dignity and happiness.
In simple words, Eid Mubarak in Indonesia is a beautiful mix of religion, culture, and community. It is a time to forgive, share, and celebrate life with family and friends.
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DISCLAIMER : This article discusses a recent controversy in Indonesia involving an LPDP scholarship awardee. The issue has attracted strong public reactions and has been widely covered by both online and offline media. The content is intended for informational purposes only and does not aim to spread hate or make personal attacks (Asep Haryono)..
The issue about LPDP scholarship alumni is now becoming a hot topic on social media. The names Dwi Sasetyaningtyas and her husband, Arya Iwantoro, are being widely discussed after a video of their statement went viral onlinee
Who Is Dwi Sasetyaningtyas?
Dwi Sasetyaningtyas is known as an LPDP scholarship awardee with an academic and professional background in engineering and sustainability. She completed her undergraduate study in Chemical Engineering at Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), one of Indonesia’s leading universities. After that, she continued her master’s degree in Sustainable Energy Technology at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands through the LPDP scholarship program.
Professionally, she has experience working in the private sector, including at Procter & Gamble (P&G), a multinational company. She has also been involved in environmental and sustainability initiatives, focusing on education and sustainable living awareness.
Her educational journey was supported by Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan (LPDP), a government-funded scholarship program aimed at developing Indonesia’s human resources.
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In the video, there was a sentence that shocked many people: “It is enough that I am an Indonesian citizen, my child does not have to be.” Or “Cukup aku aja yang WNI anak anak saya jangan..” Many netizens felt that this statement sounded disrespectful to Indonesia. As a result, the public reaction was very strong. Some criticized them harshly, while others asked the government to take firm action. .
This photo is courtesy of Warta Kota Production, showing the moment when Dwi proudly displayed the British passport and proof of British citizenship of her second child, which sparked controversy in Indonesia.
Just watch her complete video here
This was the moment when Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya expressed anger and disappointment and threatened to blacklist Dwi Sasetyaningtyas after her content went viral, in which she said she was reluctant to allow her child to become an Indonesian citizen. Watch the full video
Agreement to Return LPDP Funds.
This controversy did not stop at social media debate. The issue became more serious because Dwi is known as an awardee of the Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan (LPDP), a scholarship program funded by the Indonesian government. . .
LPDP is a government scholarship program created to support the development of Indonesia’s human resources. The funds come from the state budget, which means they come from public taxes and also from government financial management. . .
Indonesia’s Minister of Finance, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, expressed his disappointment regarding the viral statement. He explained that Arya Iwantoro had not yet completed his service obligation, which is one of the requirements of the LPDP program. .
Because this obligation was not fulfilled, returning the scholarship funds became the agreed consequence. .
By the way, let me explain a little bit about the rule You should now this
Under the agreement signed with Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan (LPDP), scholarship awardees are required to return to Indonesia after completing their studies and contribute to the country for a certain period. This obligation is commonly known as the “2N rule,” meaning graduates must serve in Indonesia for twice the length of their study period.
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For example, if someone studies abroad for two years, they are expected to contribute in Indonesia for four years. In some older contracts, the rule was “2N+1,” which required an additional year of service. If an awardee fails to fulfill this commitment, they may face sanctions, including the obligation to return the scholarship funds, potentially with interest, and restrictions on future involvement in government-related programs.
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According to the Minister, the Director of LPDP had already spoken with Arya, and he agreed to return the money used from LPDP, including the interest. The exact amount of money and interest is still being calculated. . .
The Minister also reminded other LPDP recipients to respect the country and remember their responsibilities. . .
Responsibility Is Not Just a Formality.
LPDP is not just a “free scholarship.” Every awardee signs a contract that includes several responsibilities. These usually include finishing their studies on time and serving Indonesia for a certain period after graduation. . .
This service period is a way to give back to the country. The government invests in their education, and in return, the awardees are expected to contribute to national development. . .
So, if someone does not complete their obligation, there are financial and administrative consequences. In this case, returning the funds plus interest shows that LPDP has clear rules and enforcement. . .
Blacklist Sanction.
Besides returning the money, the Minister also confirmed there will be a blacklist sanction. This means the person involved will not be able to work in roles connected to the Indonesian government in the future. . .
This kind of sanction can have a long-term impact, especially for someone whose career may involve government institutions or public projects. . .
Public Money, Public Trust.
The Minister also emphasized that LPDP funds come from taxpayers and even from government debt. In other words, this is public money. It is not private funding.
The main goal of LPDP is to create high-quality human resources who can help Indonesia grow and compete globally. That is why commitment and loyalty to the country are important values in this program. . .
This case also opens a bigger discussion. In the digital era, one statement on social media can spread very fast and bring serious consequences. Freedom of speech is important, but responsibility is also very important. . .
A Lesson for All of Us. This situation can be a reminder for everyone, not only for LPDP awardees. Words matter. Actions have consequences.
For scholarship recipients funded by the state, there is not only a written contract but also a moral responsibility. For the public, it is also important to understand the full context before judging. . .
At the end of the day, programs like LPDP are long-term investments for Indonesia’s future. Public trust must be protected with integrity, respect, and responsibility
What do you think about this issue?
Do you agree with the decision to return the funds and impose a blacklist?
If you are from England or a British blogger, please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.
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"Thank you so much for your time here. I really appreciate your precious moment here as well. Please leave any comment down below. Let me hear from you. Greetings from Indonesia"
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