JAKARTA, metro7.co.id – South Kalimantan Province has proudly achieved success in the implementation of the Regional Development Awards 2023.
South Kalimantan has entered the top 12 provinces in the Planning and Regional Achievement (PPD) category announced by the National Development Planning Agency/Bappenas for regions that have developed high-quality plans and achieved regional development targets, on Tuesday (16/5).
This award is solid evidence of the commitment of the South Kalimantan provincial government under the leadership of Governor Sahbirin Noor or Paman Birin to realize sustainable development that has a positive impact on the local community.
The award for South Kalimantan Province was received by Governor Sahbirin Noor through the Head of Bappeda Kalsel, who was represented by Drs Ilyas, the Head of the P2E Division of Bappeda Prov Kalsel, at the National Development Planning Consultation (Musrenbangnas) 2023 held at the Assembly Hall in Jakarta on May 16, 2023.
The Regional Development Awards are held annually to acknowledge the efforts and achievements of provinces in developing local potentials, improving the quality of life of the community, and achieving various development indicators that have been set.
“Alhamdulillah, we should be grateful for the appreciation from the central government for the work that we have done. We are committed to continue development for the welfare of the Banua community,” he said.
He stated that this year, the Regional Development Awards Organizer Committee identified South Kalimantan as one of the provinces that performed well in planning and achieving regional goals.
Sahbirin Noor also stated that in terms of planning, South Kalimantan has shown strong commitment in formulating a long-term strategic development plan that is holistic and sustainable.
“The provincial government has involved various stakeholders and the community in the policy formulation process, ensuring that the aspirations and needs of the community are well accommodated,” he explained.
In addition, according to him, this development plan covers various sectors, such as infrastructure, economy, education, health, tourism, and the environment.
Not only that, South Kalimantan has also achieved significant development indicators.
The improvement of access and quality of infrastructure is one of the province’s successes.
Better road networks, adequate healthcare facilities, and wider access to clean water have improved the quality of life for the community.
Furthermore, he explained, the provincial government has also succeeded in driving the economy through programs for industrial development, tourism, and agriculture sectors.
“The 2023 Regional Development Awards serve as a motivation for South Kalimantan to continuously improve sustainable development and realize the welfare of the community,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Minister of National Development Planning (PPN) and Head of the National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas), Suharso Monoarfa, stated that the PPD is expected to encourage regional governments to develop more consistent planning.
“The PPD is a comprehensive and creative evaluation aimed at improving the integration of central and regional development implementation and as a form of motivation and appreciation to regional governments for their achievements in planning and implementing development,” Suharso Monoarfa said at the National Development Planning Consultation (Musrenbangnas) 2023 held at the Assembly Hall, Jakarta Convention Center, Jakarta, on Tuesday (16/5).
According to Suharso, this award is an appreciation for provincial, district, and city governments that have performed well in planning, achieving implementation, and development innovation.
“With the PPD, it is expected that regional governments will be encouraged to develop more consistent, comprehensive, measurable, and applicable planning,” he said.
Furthermore, the 2023 PPD awards are expected to enhance synergy and synchronization between central and regional planning, as well as encourage innovations to achieve regional development targets that support national development.
“Hopefully, this great opportunity will further increase our commitment to prepare for an advanced, prosperous, and just Indonesia on the moment of Indonesia’s 100th anniversary of independence in 2045, which starts with accurate and good population data,” he concluded.
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