DELI SERDANG | INDATANEWS.COM - Deli Serdang Deputy Regent Lom Lom Suwondo, SS, has praised the role of the Yogyakarta Special Region Family Association (KBDIY) in preserving and nurturing culture and upholding noble values within the Deli Serdang community.
Lom Lom expressed his appreciation while attending the 31st anniversary celebration of
KBDIY, which featured the
Wayang Orang performance
Anoman Duta at the Graha Indah residential complex in Kelapa Gading, Sunggal District, on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Lom Lom emphasized that preserving traditions, customs, and good character is not solely the responsibility of particular groups or communities. In his view, all members of society have a duty to ensure that the noble values passed down by previous generations remain alive and can be handed on to future generations.
"It is our duty to preserve these noble traditions, uphold them, and pass them on to our children and future generations," he said.
Strengthening Noble Values Amid Modernization
Lom Lom said that the changing times and the influence of cultural modernization posed particular challenges to preserving noble values within society. Under these circumstances, strengthening good character has become increasingly important, especially among the younger generation.
He stressed that young people must be given opportunities to learn about, understand, and appreciate the cultures that have developed within society. This approach is important so that the passage of time and social progress do not cause the next generation to lose its connection with traditions and values that form part of the nation's identity.
In this context, regional community associations have strategic importance. Such associations are not merely gathering places for people who share a cultural background, but can also help strengthen social ties and preserve cultural diversity.
Lom Lom emphasized that the cultural diversity thriving in Deli Serdang must continue to be nurtured in the spirit of brotherhood and solidarity. Various groups within society can contribute to creating a harmonious social environment while preserving their respective identities and cultural values.
Together with Asniar
Lom Lom Suwondo, the First Expert Staff and Chairwoman of the
Deli Serdang Regency Family Welfare Empowerment Team (TP PKK), he also expressed his appreciation for the
Wayang Orang performance
Anoman Duta. He viewed the performance not merely as entertainment for the public, but also as a medium for conveying moral messages.
According to Lom Lom, the world of wayang contains numerous lessons that remain relevant to social life. These include the struggle against anger, arbitrariness, and other destructive traits, as well as the importance of living together in a spirit of community and mutual respect.
PRESERVING CULTURE AND TRADITIONS:
Deli Serdang Deputy Regent
Lom Lom Suwondo praises
KBDIY for its continued efforts to preserve and nurture traditions, customs, and noble values for future generations. (PHOTO: Edi Saputra)
Wayang as a Medium for Moral Messages
Lom Lom sees traditional performing arts such as
Wayang Orang as an effective means of conveying life values in a way that is close and accessible to the public. Through stories, characters, and conflicts presented on stage, audiences can absorb messages about attitude, responsibility, brotherhood, and how to face various challenges in life.
He expressed hope that these values would not remain confined to the messages delivered through the performance. In particular, he wants the younger generation to be able to put those values into practice in their daily lives.
The spirit of community solidarity and mutual respect, Lom Lom continued, is also an important foundation for building harmonious social life. Solidarity can strengthen relationships among people while creating opportunities to work together to improve prosperity.
"If we stand together as a community, prosperity and well-being will follow. Most importantly, we can come together to preserve culture and good character," he said.
He also described cultural events such as the
KBDIY anniversary celebration as important moments for strengthening the community's role in preserving cultural heritage. Such events also provide people from different backgrounds with opportunities to interact and build closer relationships.
In his view, cultural preservation does not have to take place solely through formal events. People can maintain traditions through various arts and cultural activities, community gatherings, and by passing noble values on to children and young people.
ANOMAN WAYANG PERFORMANCE:
Lom Lom Suwondo views the
Wayang Orang performance
Anoman Duta not merely as entertainment, but also as a medium for conveying moral messages about resisting destructive traits, strengthening community solidarity, and promoting mutual respect. (PHOTO: Edi Saputra)
Strengthening Government-Community Relations
The 31st anniversary celebration of
KBDIY was also part of a series of events commemorating the 81st anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Indonesia. Lom Lom expressed hope that the occasion would not only strengthen the cultural ties of the community, but also deepen relations between the
Deli Serdang Regency Government and the wider community of people from Yogyakarta living in
Deli Serdang.
He emphasized that strong relations between the government and various community groups are an important foundation for supporting regional development. The government, the public, and cultural communities can work together to maintain harmonious social relations while strengthening the spirit of togetherness.
Lom Lom hoped that
KBDIY would continue playing an active role in preserving culture and conveying noble values to the next generation. He also expressed hope that similar events could be held continuously, providing the community with opportunities to share various traditions with younger generations.
In his view, diversity in Deli Serdang is a shared asset that must be preserved. Differences in cultural backgrounds should not become obstacles to building unity. Instead, diversity can become a strength when mutual respect and brotherhood are placed at the center of community life.
"Alhamdulillah, today we have gathered together. Hopefully, this gathering will bring blessings and goodness to all of us," he said.
Through the 31st anniversary celebration of KBDIY and the performance of Anoman Duta, the community was not only able to enjoy traditional performing arts, but was also reminded once again of the importance of preserving culture, good character, solidarity, and brotherhood. This spirit is expected to continue growing as an integral part of Deli Serdang's diverse social life. (IDNC)
REPORTER:
Edi Saputra | EDITOR:
Fik Sagala