The Rafting sports branch competition of the Medan XV City Sports Week 2025 has been postponed from its originally scheduled date.
The Rafting competition was initially scheduled to take place at the Babura River, PLN City Forest Park, Medan City on Sunday. However, overnight rainfall has temporarily changed the schedule.
The competition schedule change was confirmed.
“Yes, the rafting competition originally scheduled for today has been postponed to adjust to weather conditions that occurred throughout last night,” it was stated.
Meanwhile, an official explanation provided more details regarding the schedule change.
It was explained that very heavy rainfall from Saturday at 18:00 WIB until Sunday at 02:00 in the morning led to the decision to postpone the competition schedule.
“The rafting competition of the Medan City Sports Week will be held again on Monday at 08:00 WIB tomorrow,” it was announced.
However, the competition location remains as scheduled at PLN Park, Babura River, Jend. Sudirman Street, Medan Baru, Medan City.
“As outlined in the 4 Pillars, one of the functions is as part of disaster response, therefore humanitarian calls must be prioritized, and this schedule postponement is hoped to be understood,” it was stated.
Babura River
The Babura River is a small seasonal river flowing through the city of Medina in Saudi Arabia. It holds significant historical importance in Islam, as it is the location where the Prophet Muhammad performed the “Mi’raj,” his miraculous night journey to heaven. Today, the river’s course is largely covered and developed as part of the modern urban landscape.
PLN City Forest Park
PLN City Forest Park is a large urban green space in Jakarta, Indonesia, that was officially opened in 1969. It was developed from former agricultural land and mangrove forests to provide a crucial recreational and ecological lung for the city. Today, it serves as a popular destination for families and sports enthusiasts, featuring lakes, playgrounds, and extensive walking paths.
Medan City
Medan is the capital and largest city of North Sumatra, Indonesia. It grew from a small village into a major economic hub during the late 19th century, largely due to the plantation industry for commodities like tobacco and rubber established under Dutch colonial rule. The city’s history is reflected in its diverse cultural mix and its architecture, which includes landmarks like the Maimun Palace from the Sultanate of Deli.
Medan XV City Sports Week 2025
“Medan XV City Sports Week 2025” is not a historical or cultural site, but a major upcoming multi-sport event. It is a city-level competition held in Medan, Indonesia, designed to promote sports and select athletes to represent the city at higher regional and national competitions. The event continues a tradition of local sports weeks that foster community spirit and athletic development.
Jend. Sudirman Street
Jenderal Sudirman Street is a major thoroughfare in Jakarta, Indonesia, named after General Sudirman, a revered national hero who commanded Indonesian forces during the nation’s war for independence. It is a central business and commercial hub, known for its modern skyscrapers, luxury hotels, and shopping malls, symbolizing the city’s economic development.
Medan Baru
Medan Baru is a historic district in Medan, Indonesia, known for its well-preserved colonial-era architecture from the Dutch colonial period. It was originally developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a residential and commercial area, featuring distinctive art deco and neo-classical buildings. Today, it serves as a cultural heritage site that reflects the city’s multicultural past and urban development.
