MAKASSAR, JURNALPOST — Barru Regent Andi Ina Kartika Sari, S.H., M.Si., participated in the Bhayangkara Off Road Merdeka Series V 2026, an event held to commemorate the 80th Bhayangkara Day and the 81st Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia.
The Regent attended the opening ceremony and the official flag-off of participants at the SPN Batua Field of the South Sulawesi Regional Police in Makassar on Friday (August 28, 2026).
Following the departure, participants will traverse a route covering Makassar, Barru, Sidrap, and Parepare. Barru Regency is one of the key regions on the itinerary, with Lappalaona serving as the first designated point for the activities within the Barru area.
Beyond attending as an official guest, Andi Ina Kartika Sari joined the participants in navigating the off-road course. Barru Regency was selected as a host for the event, which drew approximately 500 participants.
The Barru Regency delegation included the Regional Secretary of Barru, Andi Syarifuddin, S.IP., M.Si., the Head of the Barru Indonesian Red Cross (PMI), the Barru Police Chief, and other participants.
The Bhayangkara Off Road Merdeka Series V 2026 carries the theme “Exploring Nature, Caring, Realizing Food Security, and Delivering Tangible Benefits to the Community.”
The three-day event, running from August 28 to 30, 2026, combines sports and recreation with social initiatives, environmental awareness, food security efforts, and the promotion of regional potential.
South Sulawesi Police Chief Flags Off 500 Participants
The participants were flagged off by the South Sulawesi Regional Police Chief, Inspector General Djuhandhani Rahardjo Puro, S.H., M.H.
The event was also attended by the Governor of South Sulawesi, Andi Sudirman Sulaiman, Deputy Police Chief Brigadier General Dr. Gidion Arif Setyawan, members of the South Sulawesi Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda), senior police officials, and various local police chiefs.
Police Chief Djuhandhani Rahardjo Puro stated that the Bhayangkara Off Road Merdeka is a collaborative effort between the South Sulawesi Police, the Indonesian Off-Road Federation (IOF) South Sulawesi Chapter, local governments, and automotive communities.
“Bhayangkara Off Road Merdeka is a manifestation of collaboration. We hope this event contributes to development in South Sulawesi,” said Djuhandhani.
He also encouraged all participants to use the event as a momentum to maintain unity, strengthen social awareness, and provide benefits to the communities along the route.
Meanwhile, South Sulawesi Governor Andi Sudirman Sulaiman expressed his appreciation for the organization of the event.
He noted that the event serves not only as a platform for sports and recreation but also as a means to introduce tourism potential and provide social support to the local community.
Barru Promotes Lappalaona Tourism Potential
For Barru Regency, the opportunity to serve as a host is a strategic chance to showcase the region's natural beauty and tourism potential to participants from various areas.
Lappalaona, as the first stop in the Barru leg of the event, is expected to provide a unique experience for participants while highlighting the natural character of Barru Regency, which has significant potential for development as a nature-based and adventure tourism destination.
In addition to navigating the off-road tracks, participants are encouraged to engage in social activities, environmental care, community education, and support for social facilities in the regions they pass through.
The participation of the Barru Regent and her regional government staff strengthens the synergy between the Barru Regency Government, the National Police, other local governments, automotive communities, and the public.
Through the Bhayangkara Off Road Merdeka Series V 2026, the spirit of togetherness is expected to extend beyond sports and adventure, fostering community benefits, strengthening brotherhood, and promoting the regional potential of South Sulawesi on a broader scale.
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