Independent Report – The Regent of Indramayu, Lucky Hakim, is currently under public scrutiny after traveling to Japan. Without permission from the Ministry of Home Affairs (Kemendagri). The actor, writer, singer, producer, and politician, born in Cilacap on January 12, 1978. Now serving a three-month internship at Kemendagri as a sanction. His trip abroad without approval was considered a serious violation, leading to this disciplinary action.
Before becoming the Regent of Indramayu, Lucky Hakim had a long career in both entertainment and politics. He served as a member of the Indonesian House of Representatives from 2014 to 2019. Representing the National Mandate Party (PAN) for the West Java VI electoral district. He also ran for Vice Mayor of Bekasi, although he did not win the position. However, his luck changed in the 2024 regional elections when he was elected as Regent of Indramayu, receiving a significant 67.61% of the votes.
In his personal life, Lucky Hakim has also been a subject of media attention. His marriage to Indadari Mindrayanti, which ended in divorce, attracted public interest. Additionally, he is known for his unique hobby of keeping reptiles and rare animals, further adding to his public profile.
Regarding his trip to Japan without permission, Lucky Hakim is now serving a sanction in the form of an internship at Kemendagri. The internship program began on May 6, 2025, and will last for three months. During this period, Lucky will rotate through various departments each week, focusing on key aspects of government management. Such as regional cooperation, public services, and border affairs. The goal of this program is to provide a deeper understanding of the responsibilities and duties of public officials. As well as the importance of following established rules.
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Kemendagri imposed this internship sanction as a means of enforcing discipline and providing public officials with an opportunity to learn the importance of adhering to regulations. Traveling abroad without permission is considered a serious violation that cannot be overlooked. Therefore, this sanction is expected to give Lucky Hakim the chance to learn from his mistake and gain a better understanding of good governance practices.
During his internship, Lucky Hakim will participate in various activities and training related to his duties as Regent of Indramayu. He will also interact with officials and staff at Kemendagri to gain a broader perspective on government management at the regional level. This internship is expected to provide Lucky with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform his duties more wisely and in accordance with the rules.
In response to the sanction, Lucky Hakim expressed his readiness to undergo the internship and admitted his mistake. He emphasized that during his trip to Japan, he did not use any regional facilities, showing that he did not misuse his position. His cooperative attitude is expected to ease the controversy surrounding the incident. Additionally, this statement serves as an important reminder to all public officials to always comply with existing regulations.
Looking ahead, it is hoped that Lucky Hakim will carry out his duties as Regent of Indramayu more effectively and wisely. The experience gained during his internship at Kemendagri is expected to serve as a valuable lesson that will help him manage the regional government more professionally. By following regulations and improving transparency. Lucky Hakim can regain the public’s trust and carry out his responsibilities with full accountability.
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