Umrah During Disaster: Gerindra Removes Regent of South Aceh
- 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...
- * 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.
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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.