Indonesia’s Grand State Mosque in Nusantara Capital: 45% Complete
Indonesia’s New Capital to Feature Grand Mosque, Aiming for Completion by Ramadan 2025
nusantara, Indonesia – construction of the State Mosque in Indonesia’s new capital city, Nusantara, is progressing rapidly, with officials aiming for completion by march 2025.Deputy Minister of Public Works Diana Kusumastuti announced that the project is currently 45% complete and urged the development team to accelerate the process, targeting a topping-off ceremony this month.”I’ve requested that the (State Mosque) be finished by March 2025, entering Ramadan, so it can be used for Eid al Fitr,” Kusumastuti said.
The mosque, which broke ground in January 2024 under former President Joko Widodo, is a monumental undertaking. Spanning a vast 32,125 square meters, the mosque complex will boast a 61,596 square meter building area, capable of accommodating an estimated 61,000 worshippers.
the design incorporates striking architectural elements. The main dome, inspired by the concept of a turban, symbolizes infinity, while the minaret’s dynamic shape evokes the swirling universe. An open plaza provides a clear line of sight to the qibla, the direction Muslims face during prayer.
The project, contracted to PT Adhi Karya—PT Hutama Karya through a joint operation, is estimated to cost Rp940 billion (approximately $60 million USD).
Kusumastuti emphasized the mosque’s significance as a symbol of Indonesia’s diverse religious landscape. “This mosque will be enormous,” she stated, echoing Widodo’s earlier remarks.
Widodo, during the groundbreaking ceremony, highlighted the government’s commitment to inclusivity, stating that the new capital would also feature churches, monasteries, Hindu temples, and pagodas.”This will show how diverse we are, and we must continue to maintain harmony to strengthen unity in our country,” Widodo said.The State Mosque is poised to become a landmark attraction in Nusantara, drawing visitors from across Indonesia and beyond. Its completion by Ramadan 2025 will mark a significant milestone in the development of the new capital city.
Grand Mosque Rises in Indonesia’s New Capital, aiming for Ramadan 2025 Completion
Nusantara, Indonesia – Construction of teh State Mosque in Indonesia’s nascent capital city, Nusantara, is pushing forward at a rapid pace, with officials targeting completion by March 2025, timed for the start of Ramadan.
Deputy Minister of Public Works Diana Kusumastuti revealed that the ambitious project is currently 45% complete, urging the advancement team to accelerate their efforts with a topping-off ceremony slated for this month.
“I’ve requested that the (State Mosque) be finished by March 2025, entering Ramadan, so it can be used for Eid al Fitr,” Kusumastuti said.
Spanning an expansive 32,125 square meters, the mosque complex will encompass a 61,596 square meter building area, capable of accommodating an estimated 61,000 worshippers.
The design incorporates striking architectural elements. The main dome, inspired by the concept of a turban, symbolizes infinity, while the minaret’s dynamic shape evokes the swirling universe. An open plaza provides a clear line of sight to the qibla, the direction Muslims face during prayer.
The project, overseen by a joint operation between PT Adhi Karya and PT Hutama Karya, carries an estimated cost of Rp940 billion (approximately $60 million USD).
Kusumastuti underscored the mosque’s importance as a symbol of Indonesia’s diverse religious landscape. ”This mosque will be enormous,” she stated, echoing earlier remarks by former President Joko Widodo.
during the groundbreaking ceremony, Widodo emphasized the government’s commitment to inclusivity, stating that the new capital woudl also feature churches, monasteries, Hindu temples, and pagodas.
“This will show how diverse we are, and we must continue to maintain harmony to strengthen unity in our country,” Widodo said.
The State Mosque is poised to become a landmark attraction in Nusantara,attracting visitors from across Indonesia and beyond. Its completion by Ramadan 2025 will mark a significant milestone in the development of the new capital city.