Bandung –

A lecturer from Indonesia University of Education (UPI) named Faujian Esa Gumilir has been reported missing. The news was confirmed by the UPI Public Relations office.

“It is true that he has been reported missing,” the spokesperson stated.

According to the information, Faujian was reported missing by his family six days ago. The History Education lecturer from the Faculty of Social Science Education was last seen by his family on August 29, 2025. At that time, he said goodbye to go to campus.

“The last face-to-face meeting with the family was on August 29, when he said goodbye to go to campus,” the spokesperson said.

The case has been reported by the family to Bandung City Police. The university is also assisting in the search process together with the family.

“Currently, the Dean’s Office and Study Program are still coordinating with the family,” the spokesperson added.

Furthermore, it was confirmed that Faujian’s motorcycle had been found. The vehicle was discovered parked at a minimarket in the Cikole area, Lembang, West Bandung Regency.

“The abandoned motorcycle has been retrieved by the family. While that is the information available, we ask for prayers so that he may be reunited with his family,” the spokesperson explained.

As of now, Faujian’s whereabouts remain unknown, and the family hopes he will be found soon in safe condition.

Indonesia University of Education

The Indonesia University of Education (Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, or UPI) was established in 1954 as a teachers’ college (BPTI Bandung) to address the critical need for educators following Indonesia’s independence. It has since evolved into a comprehensive, research-intensive public university, while maintaining its foundational mission as a leading institution for educational studies and teacher training in the country.

UPI

I am unable to provide a summary for “UPI” as a place or cultural site, as it is not one. UPI is an acronym most commonly associated with the United Press International, an American news agency. It was a major competitor to the Associated Press (AP) throughout much of the 20th century.

Faculty of Social Science Education

The Faculty of Social Science Education is an academic institution dedicated to the study and teaching of the social sciences, such as history, geography, and economics. It was historically established within universities to train educators and develop pedagogical methods for these disciplines, shaping how societies understand and teach human behavior and social structures.

Bandung City Police

The Bandung City Police is a key law enforcement institution in Indonesia’s third-largest city, established to maintain order and security. Its history is intrinsically linked to the development of Bandung itself, evolving through the nation’s colonial and post-independence periods to serve the metropolitan community.

Cikole

Cikole is a scenic recreational area located in the Lembang highlands of West Java, Indonesia. Historically, the area was part of a Dutch colonial forestry plantation. Today, it is a popular ecotourism destination known for its lush pine forest, cool climate, and outdoor activities like camping and hiking.

Lembang

Lembang is a popular highland town and resort area in West Java, Indonesia, known for its cool climate and scenic views of tea plantations and volcanic mountains. Historically, it was developed during the Dutch colonial era as a hill station retreat from the heat of the lowlands. Today, it remains a major tourist destination, famous for its fruit markets, recreational parks, and proximity to the active Tangkuban Perahu volcano.

West Bandung Regency

West Bandung Regency is an administrative region in West Java, Indonesia, established in 2008 after being carved out of the larger Bandung Regency. The area is renowned for its stunning natural attractions, including volcanic highlands, tea plantations, and hot springs, which are a legacy of its geological history on the Pacific Ring of Fire.