Pemprov Papua Gelar Jalan Santai Peringati Haornas ke-42

JAYAPURA - Pemerintah Provinsi Papua menggelar jalan santai dan senam bersama dalam rangka memperingati Hari Olahraga Nasional (Haornas) ke-42 di Kota Jayapura, Jumat (12/9/2025). Meski hujan sempat turun, kegiatan tetap berlangsung meriah dan diikuti ratusan peserta.

Peserta jalan santai berasal dari berbagai kalangan, mulai dari ASN, pelajar, pemuda, hingga aparat TNI dan Polri. Suasana kebersamaan terlihat ketika semua peserta berbaur mengikuti rute dengan penuh semangat.

Acara dibuka oleh Penjabat Sekretaris Daerah Papua, Suzana Wanggai, yang hadir bersama Plt Kepala Dinas Olahraga dan Pemuda Papua, Sonya Monim, serta pejabat Pemprov Papua lainnya. Peringatan Haornas yang seharusnya jatuh pada 9 September, baru bisa dilaksanakan pada 12 September karena padatnya agenda daerah.

Dalam kesempatan itu, Suzana membacakan sambutan Menteri Pemuda dan Olahraga Republik Indonesia. Menpora menekankan olahraga sebagai sarana pemersatu bangsa sekaligus gerakan kebangsaan yang membangun karakter dan daya juang masyarakat.

"Tahun ini Haornas mengusung tema “Olahraga Satukan Kita.” Tema tersebut menegaskan pentingnya olahraga dalam memperkokoh persatuan, selain sebagai ajang meraih prestasi," ujarnya.

Menpora juga mengajak pemerintah daerah memperkuat olahraga pendidikan sejak dini dengan menyediakan fasilitas dasar di sekolah. Hal ini diharapkan memberi ruang aman bagi anak-anak untuk bermain dan berolahraga.

"Selain itu, akses masyarakat terhadap ruang olahraga publik juga harus diperluas. Lapangan serbaguna, jalur lari, dan fasilitas kebugaran terbuka menjadi kebutuhan yang perlu dipenuhi di setiap daerah," kata dia.

Menpora menekankan pentingnya pembinaan atlet berbasis sport science. Latihan terukur dan program sistematis dinilai dapat melahirkan atlet berprestasi hingga ke tingkat dunia.

"Pemerintah daerah diingatkan untuk memperkuat kolaborasi lintas sektor dalam pembangunan olahraga. Menpora menegaskan olahraga bukan hanya tanggung jawab Kemenpora, melainkan kerja bersama semua elemen bangsa," tambahnya.

Menpora juga menyampaikan apresiasi kepada insan olahraga di seluruh Indonesia. Dedikasi atlet, pelatih, guru, dan masyarakat dinilai menjadi inspirasi generasi muda untuk terus berprestasi.

Meski cuaca sempat kurang bersahabat, jalan santai di Jayapura berlangsung lancar. Kegiatan ini menegaskan komitmen Pemprov Papua menjadikan olahraga sebagai sarana kebersamaan dan semangat persatuan masyarakat. ***

JAYAPURA – The Papua Provincial Government held a fun walk and mass exercise to commemorate the 42nd National Sports Day in Jayapura City on Friday (Sept 12, 2025). Despite the rain, the event was lively and attended by hundreds of participants.

Participants came from various groups, including civil servants, students, youth, as well as members of the Indonesian National Military and Police. A strong sense of togetherness was seen as all participants mingled and enthusiastically followed the route.

The event was opened by the Acting Regional Secretary of Papua, Suzana Wanggai, who was accompanied by the Acting Head of the Papua Office of Sports and Youth, Sonya Monim, along with other provincial officials. Although National Sports Day should have been celebrated on September 9, the commemoration was held on September 12 due to a packed regional agenda.

On the occasion, Suzana read a speech from the Minister of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Indonesia. The minister emphasized sports as a unifying force for the nation as well as a national movement that builds character and resilience in society.

“This year, National Sports Day carries the theme ‘Sports Unite Us.’ This theme underlines the importance of sports in strengthening unity, as well as being a platform for achievement,” she said.

The minister also urged regional governments to strengthen physical education from an early age by providing basic facilities in schools. This is expected to provide safe spaces for children to play and engage in sports.

“In addition, public access to sports facilities must also be expanded. Multipurpose fields, running tracks, and open fitness facilities are needs that should be fulfilled in every region,” he said.

The minister stressed the importance of athlete development based on sports science. Structured training and systematic programs are considered key to producing world-class athletes.

“Regional governments are reminded to strengthen cross-sector collaboration in sports development. Sports are not solely the responsibility of the Ministry of Youth and Sports, but rather a joint effort involving all elements of the nation,” he added.

The minister also expressed appreciation to the sports community throughout Indonesia. The dedication of athletes, coaches, teachers, and the public was recognized as an inspiration for the younger generation to continue achieving.

Despite less favorable weather, the fun walk in Jayapura ran smoothly. The event reaffirmed the Papua Provincial Government’s commitment to making sports a medium for togetherness and fostering the spirit of unity among the people. ***