Umrah During Disaster: Gerindra Removes Regent of South Aceh

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Gerindra Party Dismisses South Aceh Regent Mirwan MS

The Gerindra Party has removed Mirwan MS as Chairman ⁣of the Gerindra DPC (regional branch) in South ‌Aceh, Indonesia, and⁢ effectively censured him for his⁢ actions⁤ during recent floods and landslides. Mirwan faced criticism‍ for traveling to Mecca for the Umrah pilgrimage while his region was dealing with a disaster affecting 11 sub-districts.

Key points:

* Controversial Umrah Trip: Mirwan MS went on Umrah⁣ despite ongoing floods and ‌landslides, and even after issuing a letter stating his inability to handle the emergency response.
* Public ⁤Criticism: Residents criticized his actions, especially as people were still in evacuation⁢ shelters.
* Party Response: Gerindra’s Secretary General, Sugiono, confirmed the dismissal, ‌calling Mirwan’s behavior “unfortunate.”
* ⁣ Defense: Mirwan’s team attempted to justify the trip ‍by claiming the situation had improved, but this did not appease the party or the public.
* governor’s Disapproval: ⁢Aceh Governor Muzakir ‌Manaf also disapproved of Mirwan’s actions.