DELI SERDANG | INDATANEWS.COM ~ The government of Deli Serdang Regency held a Tepung Tawar ceremony and Hajj training (Manasik) for 562 prospective pilgrims of the 1447 H year on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Grha Bhineka Perkasa Jaya, Lubuk Pakam.
The event was officially opened by the Deputy Regent of
Deli Serdang,
Lom Lom Suwondo, highlighting its importance in providing spiritual and practical preparation for pilgrims before their journey to the Holy Land.
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PILGRIMS MUST MAINTAIN HEALTH: In his speech, Deputy Regent
Lom Lom Suwondo emphasized the importance of health and proper preparation for
Hajj pilgrims during the
Tepung Tawar and Manasik ceremony, Lubuk Pakam, April 1, 2026. (PHOTO: Edi Saputra)
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He also reminded pilgrims to maintain their health and prepare themselves thoroughly to perform the Hajj rituals with focus and devotion. He requested that pilgrims pray for the advancement of Deli Serdang and its leaders while visiting sacred sites during the pilgrimage.
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Lom Lom Suwondo gives a ceremonial blessing to a female pilgrim during the
Tepung Tawar and Manasik event at Grha Bhineka Perkasa Jaya, Lubuk Pakam, April 1, 2026. (PHOTO: Edi Saputra)
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"They will be accompanied by 12 Hajj officers organized into Groups Kloter 10 and Kloter 15," he said.
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