Collaborative Cleanup in Rancapanggung Marks National Waste Awareness Day Momentum
West Bandung —30 /4/2026 In commemoration of National Waste Awareness Day (HPSN), the Environmental Agency of West Bandung Regency will organize a “cleaning day” centered in Rancapanggung Village, particularly in the Pasar Rancapanggung area. The activity is scheduled to take place on the 7th, following recent public attention on waste accumulation in the area.
Head of the Environmental Agency of West Bandung Regency, Ibrahim Adji, S.E., M.M., emphasized that this initiative goes beyond a routine cleanup. It is part of a broader effort to build collective awareness among the community regarding sustainable waste management.
“This HPSN momentum is a starting point for change. We are not only cleaning up existing waste, but also educating the public—especially market vendors and nearby residents—to begin sorting waste at its source, starting from households,” he stated.
The activity will involve multi-sector collaboration, bringing together various stakeholders. Participants include elements of the Indonesian National Armed Forces through Sector 4 of the Citarum Harum program, the National Police, representatives from Indonesia Power, the River Basin Authority (BBWS), as well as local territorial officials such as the Military Rayon Command (Danramil) and local Police Sector (Kapolsek). Several regional government agencies (OPD) and environmental communities, including Saung Maggot and other environmental activists, will also take part.
This collaboration is expected to strengthen the impact of the initiative, not only in immediate waste handling but also in building a more effective and sustainable waste management system at the local level.
In addition to the cleanup action, the program will feature education and outreach activities on waste segregation, focusing on organic and inorganic waste, as well as the importance of reducing waste at its source. This educational component is considered crucial, as many waste-related problems stem from a lack of awareness and proper habits in sorting waste from the beginning.
The local government hopes that through this initiative, the community will not only participate temporarily but also become agents of change in their respective environments. Awareness of waste segregation, reduction of single-use plastics, and the reuse of organic waste are expected to grow into daily habits.
“We hope the community will not just participate in the event, but continue these good practices in everyday life. If waste is sorted from households, collection and processing will become much more efficient,” Ibrahim added.
Waste management remains a significant challenge in many regions, including West Bandung Regency. Population growth, economic activities, and consumption patterns—particularly the high use of single-use products—are major contributing factors to increasing waste volumes.
Through the observance of National Waste Awareness Day, the West Bandung Regency Government reaffirms its commitment to promoting collective action in waste management. A collaborative approach involving government, security forces, businesses, and the community is key to creating a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment.
The Rancapanggung initiative is expected to serve as a tangible example that change can begin with simple actions—starting with caring for the waste around us.
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