PAGUYUBAN Sundanese Residents of Cilegon City (Pagar Suci) declared support for the candidate pair for mayor and deputy mayor, Robinsar and Fajar Hadi Prabowo in the 2024 Cilegon regional elections.
In his statement, the Chairman of Pagar Suci, Irfan Ali Hakim, said that the declaration of support for candidate pair number one Robinsar-Fajar came from the aspirations of the management and all members of the Sundanese people who already live and reside in Cilegon City.
According to him, of the entire population of Cilegon City, currently there are around 12.7% or around 27 thousand Sundanese people who have settled in Cilegon City.
“We, the Cilegon Sundanese Community Association, provide full support and are ready to win Robinsar-Fajar. Hopefully it will be significant enough to provide victory on November 27,” said Irfan after declaring his support for Pagar Suci to Robinsar-Fajar at RM Sari Galuh, Grogol, Sunday ( 3/11).
Support for the candidate pair with the tagline Young Dare to Move Forward, said Irfan, is not without reason. This is because Robinsar-Fajar is considered a regional head candidate who has a long future in leading.
Apart from that, Irfan said that Robinsar and Fajar also had close ties with their ancestors from the land of Sunda. Robinsar has a Sundanese wife, while Fajar Hadi Prabowo has Sundanese blood from his mother.
“Then both of them are business figures who have finished with themselves (finished with their personal interests). We are sure that they will fully serve the people of Cilegon City and have a high commitment to advancing the people of Cilegon,” said Irfan.
On that occasion, Robinsar-Fajar was given a souvenir by Pagar Suci in the form of a traditional Sundanese weapon in the form of a Kujang. The Kujang weapon was given as a symbol for Robinsar-Fajar to be strong and brave in his steps, as well as trustworthy when he later becomes mayor and deputy mayor of Cilegon.
“It is a symbol of the Sundanese people, giving souvenirs as a form of strength, a symbol of spirit, a symbol of encouragement and support. So that you are not afraid to face any obstacles in this Pilkada event, don’t be afraid, because we have given a symbol of strength in the form of a kujang souvenir ,” he said.
“At the same time, it is also a symbol of the mandate, so that when Robinsar-Fajar is destined to become mayor and deputy mayor, he will not forget and be able to accommodate the aspirations of the people in Cilegon City,” said Irfan.
In the same place, the number one candidate for mayor of Cilegon, Robinsar expressed his appreciation for the mandate from Pagar Suci who had entrusted his support to two young figures who were paired as regional head candidates in the Cilegon regional elections.
“Alhamdulillah, thank you for your support, highest appreciation, hopefully we can carry out our mandate for the support given to us. In the future we can work together to advance Cilegon City. Please pray and support all Sundanese people in Cilegon ,” he said.
Meanwhile, candidate for deputy mayor of Cilegon, Fajar Hadi Prabowo, said that the declaration of support and the gift of souvenirs in the form of the traditional Kujang weapon from Pagar Suci was a symbol of trust and trust for him and Robinsar in upholding their commitment as regional head candidates in the 2024 Cilegon regional elections.
“Of course this is an honor for Robinsar-Fajar. This is a symbol that a leader must stick to his commitment, this is also a symbol of the people’s hopes for us as regional head candidates, and we must strictly maintain this trust,” he said.
Present at the declaration were a number of Sundanese figures in Cilegon City, including the former Head of the Cilegon City National Narcotics Agency (BNN), AKBP Asep Jaelani, IPSI Cilegon Pencak Silat figure Haji Dasep, and others. (N-2)
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**Interview with Irfan Ali Hakim: Chairman of Pagar Suci**
**Interviewer**: Thank you for joining us, Irfan. Can you tell us about the recent declaration of support for Robinsar-Fajar from the Sundanese community in Cilegon?
**Irfan Ali Hakim**: Thank you for having me. The declaration of support for Robinsar and Fajar represents the collective voice of the Paguyuban Sundanese Residents in Cilegon. We believe that with 27,000 Sundanese residents in the city, our support can greatly influence the upcoming elections.
**Interviewer**: What motivated the Pagar Suci to back the Robinsar-Fajar pair specifically?
**Irfan Ali Hakim**: Our support stems from confidence in their capabilities and integrity as leaders. Both candidates have strong ties to Sundanese culture and heritage—Robinsar has a Sundanese wife, and Fajar carries Sundanese blood from his mother. We feel they are committed to serving the people of Cilegon selflessly and possess the vision necessary for the city’s progress.
**Interviewer**: You mentioned that the support is a reflection of the aspirations of your community. Could you elaborate on that?
**Irfan Ali Hakim**: Absolutely. Our support is rooted in the aspirations of the Sundanese community for effective leadership that recognizes and addresses our unique needs. We believe Robinsar-Fajar will prioritize inclusivity, ensuring that the rights and needs of all communities, including those with disabilities, are respected and fulfilled.
**Interviewer**: At the declaration event, a traditional Kujang weapon was gifted to the candidates. What does this symbolize?
**Irfan Ali Hakim**: The Kujang serves as a powerful symbol for our support—it represents strength, bravery, and trustworthiness. It is a reminder for Robinsar and Fajar to remain fearless in their efforts and steadfast in their commitment to the people. We hope they carry this symbolism into their leadership.
**Interviewer**: And what message do you hope to convey to the residents of Cilegon as the election approaches?
**Irfan Ali Hakim**: We urge the people to consider the candidates not just based on popularity but on their commitment to service, integrity, and their connection to our community. Supporting Robinsar-Fajar is a step towards positive change, and we believe together, we can move Cilegon forward.
**Interviewer**: Thank you, Irfan, for sharing your insights and for your commitment to the community.
**Irfan Ali Hakim**: Thank you for the opportunity!
