DPR Speaker Puan Maharani urges Indonesians to strengthen bonds during Eid al-Fitr and continue to comply with health protocols amidst the new COVID-19 variant.

Puan Maharani, the Speaker of the House of Representatives in Indonesia, has congratulated Muslims on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr 2023 and encouraged people to use the holiday as a means of strengthening bonds with family and fellow citizens. She expressed hope that the culture of gathering with families during Eid al-Fitr will continue to be preserved, as it is a longstanding aspect of Indonesian society. Maharani also invited Indonesians to unite in the spirit of silaturahmi and cooperation to maintain the bond, which will help to strengthen the unity of people and the nation. She reminded people to continue to comply with health protocols amid the increasing COVID-19 cases caused by the new variant Arcturus. Finally, she urged the central and regional governments to prepare the best strategies if crowds occur at several points during the 2023 Eid al-Fitr holiday period.