Bandung –

A Cultural Parade to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia and the 80th Anniversary of West Java will be held in Bandung City. The event will take place in the afternoon.

The Head of Traffic Police stated that his department, along with related agencies, has prepared security measures for the event.

“We can convey that tomorrow there will be a parade or carnival event, planned to be attended by approximately 2,000 invited guests plus regional leadership and agencies from 27 regencies and cities, and the West Java Provincial Government, totaling nearly 4,000 people who will carry out the 2025 Cultural Parade.”

The event will begin at 3:00 PM Western Indonesia Time and cover a distance of approximately 4.2 km. The parade is estimated to take about 55 minutes or 1 hour, with the route starting from Gedung Merdeka and finishing at Gedung Sate.

“The route to be taken is approximately along Asia Afrika, ABC, Braga, Suniaraja, Viaduct, Perintis Kemerdekaan, Wastukencana, Ir Juanda, Ex Dukomsel, Diponegoro, and finishing at Gedung Sate.”

Personnel deployed for security will number nearly 390, from the Bandung City Police, plus one unit from the West Java Regional Police.

“We are also designating several parking areas that will be prepared at Ex Palaguna, the Struggle Monument, Pusdai, and the Majapahit Lane.”

There will be three traffic security points implemented at Gedung Merdeka, City Hall, and Gedung Sate.

“All will be led by respective Sector Police Chiefs as Security Commanders, and traffic will be arranged in such a way that this carnival procession can proceed well and smoothly.”

There will be several traffic management measures or diversions, specifically on Jalan Asia Afrika-Tamblong heading towards the starting point, which will be diverted.

“Then, around Perintis Kemerdekaan, traffic heading to the right will certainly be diverted to prevent congestion so it can proceed directly via Braga. Furthermore, traffic around Ir Juanda and Diponegoro will not be allowed to turn right, so there is no buildup around Gedung Sate.”

Other road users are advised to avoid the route in the afternoon.

“So this is a carnival celebration that has been eagerly awaited by the public as a reflection of our efforts to enliven the independence celebration, in addition to the many competitions that have likely been held to commemorate the struggle for independence, such as sack races, clog races, cracker eating contests, and others, which are certainly carried out. After that series of events, there will definitely be this cultural parade activity. This is certainly an expression of our pride and gratitude for celebrating this 80th independence.”

Gedung Sate

Gedung Sate is a historic government building in Bandung, Indonesia, renowned for its distinctive central spire that resembles a satay skewer, which gives the building its name. Constructed by the Dutch colonial government in the 1920s, it was originally designed to house administrative offices and is a prime example of a blend of Indonesian and European architectural styles. Today, it serves as the seat of the governor for the West Java province.

Gedung Merdeka

Gedung Merdeka is a historic art deco building in Bandung, Indonesia, originally constructed as a social club for the Dutch elite in the 1890s. It is most famous for hosting the 1955 Asian-African Conference, a pivotal meeting of post-colonial states that led to the Non-Aligned Movement. Today, it serves as a museum dedicated to that historic event.

Asia Afrika

The Asia Afrika area is a historic district in Bandung, Indonesia, most famous for hosting the 1955 Asian-African Conference. This landmark event brought together leaders from newly independent nations to promote economic and cultural cooperation and oppose colonialism. The main conference venue, Gedung Merdeka, now serves as the Museum of the Asian-African Conference to commemorate its legacy.

Braga

Braga is one of Portugal’s oldest cities, founded by the Romans in 16 BC and later becoming a major religious center. It is renowned for its stunning Baroque architecture, most notably the Bom Jesus do Monte sanctuary with its iconic zigzagging staircase. The city’s rich history is deeply intertwined with the Catholic Church, earning it the nickname the “Portuguese Rome.”

Perintis Kemerdekaan

“Perintis Kemerdekaan” (Pioneers of Independence) is a common name for major roads, monuments, and buildings in Indonesian cities, honoring the heroes who fought for the nation’s independence from Dutch colonial rule. These sites serve as enduring symbols of national pride and sacrifice, commemorating the struggle that culminated in Indonesia’s proclamation of independence in 1945.

Wastukencana

I am unable to find any verifiable information on a place or cultural site named “Wastukencana.” It is possible the name is misspelled or refers to a very localized or lesser-known location. Could you please double-check the spelling or provide any additional context?

Ir Juanda

Ir Juanda is a major international airport located in Surabaya, Indonesia. It is named after Iswahyudi and Abdul Halim Perdanakusuma, two Indonesian air force heroes from the nation’s struggle for independence. The airport has a long history, originally established as a military airfield by the Dutch colonial government before being developed into the primary aviation hub for East Java.

Diponegoro

Diponegoro was a Javanese prince who led a major uprising against Dutch colonial rule from 1825 to 1830, known as the Java War. He is a revered national hero in Indonesia, symbolizing the struggle for independence. His legacy is commemorated in monuments and the name of a major street, Jalan Diponegoro, in cities across the country.