Sumedang village elections conclude with new and returning leaders

Village head elections in Sumedang Regency have concluded, resulting in both the reelection of an incumbent and the victory of a new female leader.

In Serang Village, Cimalaka District, incumbent Welly Sanjaya secured a second term for the 2026–2034 period. Following a plenary meeting on October 28, Sanjaya received 881 votes, defeating rival Jamaludin Nur Rohman, who garnered 559 votes out of 1,370 valid ballots. Sanjaya expressed gratitude to the community and emphasized the need for social cohesion following the competition.

In Tanjunghurip Village, Ganeas District, Teti Tarmini was elected as the new village head for an eight-year term. Tarmini received 875 votes, defeating the incumbent Yayat Suharyat, who received 479 votes. Her victory marks a historical milestone for the Ganeas District, as she is the first woman to be elected to lead a village in the area since its formation.