LABUHANBATU SELATAN | INDATANEWS.COM - The Regional Deliberation (Musyawarah Daerah) of the Indonesian National Youth Committee (KNPI) in Labuhanbatu Selatan Regency was held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Santun Berkata Bijak Berkarya (SBBK) Hall in Kotapinang. The assembly marked an important moment for youth consolidation, aimed at establishing a new strategic direction for youth organization development in the region.
The Regional Deliberation was not merely a routine leadership election, but also a platform to formulate the future direction of the youth movement in Labuhanbatu Selatan. It reaffirmed the KNPI's role as an "umbrella organization" that accommodates various youth groups across the region.
The event was conducted in a formal and ceremonial atmosphere, attended by several prominent figures, including Fery Sahputra Simatupang, Irmayanti Siregar, Zulfikli Nasution, Angginatul Ladomi, M. Reza Pahlevi Nasution, and the Chairman of KNPI North Sumatra, Aldi Syahputra Siregar. Representatives from various youth organizations (OKP), community groups, local leaders, and invited guests also attended the gathering.
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Fery Sahputra Simatupang emphasizes the Regional Deliberation as a moment of evaluation and unity within the youth organization. (PHOTO: Jhon Fitra Sagala)
Opening Session: A Step Toward Democratic ProcessPrior to the main deliberation, a preparatory leadership meeting (Rapimurda) was held on the second floor of the SBBK building, chaired by the head of the organizing committee, Ilham Daulay, S.H.I. He expressed his gratitude for the support of all participating stakeholders.
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KNPI Labuhanbatu Selatan Regional Deliberation to elect a new chairman as part of an open and dignified democratic process within the organization," he said.
Ilham emphasized that the Musyawarah Daerah represents both democratic maturity and a mechanism for regenerating youth leadership in the region.
YOUTH LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT: Chairman of KNPI North Sumatra, Aldi Syahputra Siregar, calls for the emergence of visionary and high-integrity youth leaders in Labuhanbatu Selatan. (PHOTO: Jhon Fitra Sagala)
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"The Regional Deliberation is not only a leadership transition, but also a moment of evaluation, consolidation, and determination of the KNPI's future direction," he stated.
He further emphasized the importance of maintaining unity throughout the democratic process, urging all parties to preserve KNPI as a shared home for youth organizations.
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He also highlighted that youth must act as agents of change rather than passive observers, positioning KNPI as a strategic partner of the local government in development initiatives.
Call for Visionary Youth LeadershipThe Chairman of KNPI North Sumatra, Aldi Syahputra Siregar, underlined the importance of strong and qualified leadership regeneration. He expressed hope that the assembly would produce young leaders who are visionary, professional, and have strong integrity.
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KNPI Labuhanbatu Selatan Regional Deliberation proceeded through several formal stages, including opening ceremonies, prayers, national anthem, moment of silence, "Mars Pemuda Indonesia KNPI," committee reports, official speeches, deliberations, and the election process.
The event is expected to strengthen organizational consolidation and produce strategic decisions to enhance youth participation in regional development. (IDNC)
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