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Bantul Regency village head elections conclude

Overview

The simultaneous village head elections (Pilur Serentak) in Bantul Regency concluded on October 4, 2026, with reports indicating a safe, smooth, and peaceful process. The election featured 87 candidates competing across 30 villages, achieving a voter turnout of approximately 85 percent.

Bantul Regent Abdul Halim Muslih observed that the proceedings remained conducive across various polling stations. He emphasized the importance of democratic maturity, urging citizens to respect differing political choices and noting that all candidates share the objective of improving community welfare.

Following the vote, Hanung Raharjo, Chairman of the Bantul Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), called on the newly elected village heads to unite all elements of society. He stated that leaders must represent all residents regardless of their previous political support and must collaborate with the regional government to support local development programs while adhering to legal regulations to ensure effective public service.

Entities

Bantul Regency · Abdul Halim Muslih · Prabowo Subianto · Gede Pasek Suardika · Raja Juli Antoni

Timeline

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Sources

bantulkab.go.id · cnbcindonesia.com · en.antaranews.com · harianjogja.com · insight.kontan.co.id · jawapos.com · jogja.jpnn.com · jpnn.com · keuangan.kontan.co.id · m.jpnn.com · mediapatriot.co.id · pendidikan.harianjogja.com · riaupos.co

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