PANGKALPINANG -- PT TIMAH (Persero) Tbk held a ceremony to commemorate Heroes' Day on November 10, 2026, at the company's headquarters in Pangkalpinang on Tuesday (November 10, 2026). Similar ceremonies were also held across the company's operational areas to honor the sacrifices of national heroes and inspire a renewed spirit of dedication in contributing to the nation's progress.
The ceremony at PT TIMAH's headquarters was led by Gugun Gumilar, Division Head of Mining & Asset Security, who served as the ceremony inspector. The event was attended by company employees.
During the ceremony, Gugun read an address from the Minister of Social Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Saifullah Yusuf, in commemoration of Heroes' Day 2026.
This year's Heroes' Day carries the theme "My Heroes, My Role Models: Moving Forward Together, Continuing the Struggle."
The theme encourages all Indonesians to draw inspiration from the values of heroism in their daily lives, not only by remembering the sacrifices of the nation's predecessors but also by continuing their legacy through meaningful contributions and concrete actions.
In the Minister of Social Affairs' address read by Gugun, it was emphasized that the struggle of Indonesia's national heroes was rooted in courage, unity, and an unwavering determination to defend the nation's independence. These values must continue to be passed down to future generations, even though the nature of today's struggles differs from those of the past.
Today, the spirit of struggle can be demonstrated through dedication to work, sustainable development, improved access to quality education, public service, and efforts to create a better and more dignified life for all Indonesians.
The values of heroism are also aligned with the principles of the Indonesian Constitution, particularly Articles 31, 33, and 34 of the 1945 Constitution. These articles emphasize the importance of ensuring access to education, managing natural resources for the greatest prosperity of the people, and providing protection for vulnerable communities.
The address also highlighted that national development requires the involvement of all stakeholders, including the government, businesses, social organizations, academics, communities, and the public. A spirit of togetherness and social solidarity is essential to ensuring that the benefits of development are widely shared.
The message serves as a reminder that everyone has an opportunity to continue the legacy of national heroes through their respective roles and responsibilities. Dedication can be demonstrated through professional contributions, meaningful work, environmental awareness, and tangible efforts to improve community well-being.
"On Heroes' Day 2026, I encourage everyone to continue embracing the spirit of our national heroes by working diligently, helping one another, and remaining resilient in the face of challenges. Heroism grows from a willingness to make a positive impact and contribute to the greater good," Gugun said while reading the Minister's address.
For PT TIMAH, as a company operating in the tin mining and industrial sectors, Heroes' Day serves as a moment to reaffirm its commitment to responsible business practices, contributing to national development, and delivering meaningful benefits to communities across its operational areas. (*)
