Indonesian Police Showcase Humanoid Robot on Their 79th Anniversary

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian National Police (Polri) showcased a humanoid robot during a parade to commemorate the 79th Police Anniversary at the National Monument, Jakarta. According to Tempo's observation, the robot was displayed by the police in front of President Prabowo Subianto, Chief of Defense Forces Agus Subiyanto, and Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka.

The robot is claimed to be able to assist the police in various tasks, including dealing with the street brawls that frequently occur in Jakarta. Head of the Public Relations Bureau of the Police's Public Information Division, Trunoyudo Wisnu Andiko, explained that the humanoid robot is capable of various activities such as running, marching, and saluting, complete with police attributes such as a beret and a vest.

Truno claimed the presence of these robots is part of the Polri's commitment to adopting modern technological advancements. The 79th Police Anniversary is held today, Tuesday, July 1, 2025. The event was conducted solemnly and closed with a prayer led by Ustad Adi Hidayat.

During the event, a total of 5,000 joint personnel consisting of police officers, military personnel, and Jakarta Regional Government officials secured the 79th Police Anniversary at the National Monument. The Central Jakarta Police Chief, Commissioner Susatyo Purnomo Condro, stated that the joint personnel deployment was to ensure the smooth running of the event. "The joint personnel consist of 5,705 police officers, 100 military personnel, and 83 officials from the Jakarta Regional Government," said Susatyo in his written statement on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

The Police Anniversary commenced at 06:15 AM and is planned to end at 05:00 PM. Susatyo estimated that around 200,000 people from various regions would attend the police institution's anniversary event.

Furthermore, the security measures were divided into three rings. Ring 1 was the VVIP and VIP guest area, micro, small and medium enterprises (UMKM), and the masses. Ring 2 was positioned at the gates and entrances to Monas, while Ring 3 covered the surrounding areas of Bundaran HI, Tugu Tani, Lapangan Banteng, Simpang Harmoni, and Jalan Veteran 1-3. "In addition, we also stationed personnel at public transportation points such as train stations and TransJakarta stops to provide a sense of security and ensure the smooth running of public activities," he said.

The Police Anniversary ceremony was attended by various internal Polri units and external groups. It included middle-ranking officer battalions, first-ranking officers, policewomen, civil servants, and other units. Meanwhile, from external parties, there were forces from labor groups, students, community organizations, security guards, and others.

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