english.jpnn.com, JAWA TENGAH - The Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) has responded to Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo apologizing for the recent incident in Wadas village.
The incident happened on Tuesday (8/2) as residents rejected the construction of a dam, which caused a riot with police officers.
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Ganjar immediately met the villagers and apologized.
"We really appreciate Mas Ganjar for apologizing and taking responsibility for the Wadas incident," said PSI Central Java chapter chairman Ken Ragil Turyono.
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However, Ken said, Ganjar must show his commitment to preventing violence against the community.
Ken stressed the need for middle ground so that national strategic projects could actually benefit community members.
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"There must be seriousness in finding a solution that is acceptable to all parties," said Ken. (ast/mcr20/jpnn)
This news has been broadcast on JPNN.com with the title: Ganjar Minta Maaf Setelah Kejadian di Desa Wadas, Begini Respons PSI