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Viral Video of BGN Head Playing Golf Sparks Public Outcry
A video of Dadan Hindayana, Head of the National Land Agency (Badan Pertanahan Nasional – BGN), playing golf has gone viral on social media, prompting criticism and questions about priorities, notably given ongoing economic challenges and recent natural disasters in indonesia.
The video, circulating on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, shows Mr. Hindayana on a golf course, holding a golf club, wearing a dark green t-shirt, beige trousers, a cap, and sunglasses. The timestamp on the video indicates it was recorded on December 14, 2025, at 09:12 WIB (Western Indonesian Time).
Social media Reaction
The video quickly gained traction, with numerous users expressing their disapproval. As of December 18, 2025, the video on Instagram account @jabodetabek had received 1,300 likes and 317 comments. another post on @bogor_ garnered 1,200 likes and 213 comments.
Comments ranged from accusations of insensitivity to broader criticisms of government officials. Examples include:
- “can’t expect much, this is the picture of the majority of leaders in this country, inflation is rampant, officials are partying,” – @agus
- “There is no empathy at all,” – @yanti***
Similar reactions were observed on TikTok, with the video being widely shared across multiple accounts.
BGN Head’s Clarification: IPB Alumni Event & Charitable Donations
In a statement to Kompas.com on Thursday,December 18,2025,Mr. Hindayana explained that the golf outing was part of an annual event for alumni of the Bogor Agricultural Institute (Institut Pertanian Bogor – IPB). He stated that the event served as a fundraising activity.
According to Mr. Hindayana, the golf event successfully collected donations totaling IDR 450 million (approximately $28,000 USD as of Dec 18, 2025 – exchange rate subject to change). A portion of these funds will be allocated to aid victims of recent flooding in Sumatra, and some will be directed to support recovery efforts in Aceh.
– robertmitchell
The public reaction highlights a growing sensitivity to perceived disconnect between government officials and the everyday struggles
