Gov’t Expresses Condolences Over Deaths of Three Soldiers in Firefighting Helicoper Crash

The Government has expressed its condolences over the death of Army soldiers who lost their lives while fighting land and forest fires.

Minister of State Secretary delivered the message at a press conference following a meeting with leaders of the House of Representatives at Nusantara Hall in Jakarta, Friday (11/6).

“We are deeply saddened by the loss of those who worked tirelessly to combat land and forest fires, including volunteers, government personnel, and most recently, three soldiers who died in the line of duty,” he said.

The three soldiers who died in a helicopter crash while fighting land and forest fires in Central Kalimantan, on Wednesday (11/4) were awarded medals posthumously.

They were Lieutenant Colonel (Aviator Corps) Dudi Firmansyah, Captain (Aviator Corps) Nurhafiz Akbar, and Staff Seargant, Heri Prasetyo.

Minister of State Secretary also conveyed President Prabowo Subianto’s instruction to extend condolences to the bereaved families, including the children of those who lost their lives.

“In accordance with  the President’s instructions, we will extend our condolences and support to the families, including the children, of the soldiers who devoted their lives to the service and made the ultimate sacrifice,”  the Minister said.

On the occasion, the Minister also expressed his appreciation to all personnel of the Indonesian National Defense Forces, government personnel, and volunteers working tirelessly to combat the fires. He emphasized that the water-bombing operations carry significant risks and requires courage and dedication from the soldiers involved.

Concluding his statement, the Minister urged the public to pray for the fallen soldiers and extend their condolences to the bereaved families. (DND-PR of Ministry of State Secretariat) (RD/MEP)