# VIII KORPRI National MTQ 2026 in Indonesia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/viii-korpri-national-mtq-2026-in-indonesia
> Updated: 2026-08-31T01:17:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

The VIII KORPRI National Musabaqah Tilawatil Quran (MTQ) 2026 commenced in South Sulawesi, with Makassar and Pangkep serving as host locations. The event involved 1,173 participants and 465 officials representing 38 provinces, various ministries, and state universities.

To facilitate the event and opening parades, the Makassar City Government implemented traffic engineering measures, including temporary road closures and specific parking zones near Karebosi Field. 

At the conclusion of the competition, Sumatera Barat was declared the overall champion for the third consecutive time, earning 160 points and the perpetual trophy. South Sulawesi placed second with 125 points, and DKI Jakarta placed third with 103 points. The Indonesian Minister of Religious Affairs, Nasaruddin Umar, officially closed the event, noting its role in strengthening Quranic values among civil servants.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Sumatera Barat wins VIII National KORPRI MTQ overall championship

Sumatera Barat won the VIII National KORPRI MTQ for the third consecutive time, securing the perpetual trophy after competing in South Sulawesi.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sumatera-barat-wins-viii-national-korpri-mtq-overall-championship

### 2026-08-23: Makassar hosts VIII KORPRI National MTQ 2026

The VIII KORPRI National MTQ 2026 is being held in Makassar and Pangkep, featuring 1,173 participants from across Indonesia. Local authorities have implemented traffic diversions and parking zones for the event

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/makassar-hosts-viii-korpri-national-mtq-2026

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