Prabowo Awards National Hero Titles to 19 Figures, Including His Grandfather
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has awarded the country’s highest national honor to 19 historical figures in recognition of their contributions to the nation. The ceremony was held at the State Palace in Central Jakarta on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, coinciding with Indonesia’s National Heroes Day.
The awards were granted under Presidential Decree No. 93/TK/2026 on the Conferment of National Hero Titles. The decree lists the recipients and their respective regions of origin.
During the ceremony, the government said the honors recognized individuals who had made exceptional contributions to Indonesia throughout their lives. Their efforts included armed resistance, political struggles and other forms of service aimed at achieving, securing and defending the country’s independence.
The presidential decree also highlighted their contributions to national development and the country’s progress. The government said the recipients had played important roles in shaping Indonesia’s history.
One of the most notable recipients was Raden Mas Margono Djojohadikusumo, the late grandfather of Prabowo. Margono was a prominent Indonesian figure whose contributions formed part of the country’s historical development.
Former Jakarta Governor Ali Sadikin was also among the 19 recipients. Widely known as Bang Ali, he led the capital for two terms between April 1966 and July 1977.
Another prominent recipient was former National Police Chief Hoegeng Iman Santoso. The retired police general served as Indonesia’s fifth police chief from 1968 to 1971 and became widely known for his integrity and commitment to public service.
The 19 figures honored by the government represent different backgrounds, including military leaders, politicians, religious figures and public servants. They came from several provinces across Indonesia.
The recipients are:
- Hoegeng Iman Santoso – Jakarta
- R.M. Margono Djojohadikusumo – Central Java
- Ali Sastroamidjojo – East Java
- Abdoel Moethalib Sangadji – Maluku
- Franciscus Xaverius Seda – East Nusa Tenggara
- Sutan Takdir Alisjahbana – Jakarta
- Ali Sadikin – Jakarta
- Sultan Muhammad Ali Abdul Jalil Muazzam Syah (Marhum Pekan) – Riau
- Maraden Panggabean – North Sumatra
- Soengkono – East Java
- R. Suryadi Suryadarma – West Java
- K.H. M. Yusuf Hasyim – East Java
- K.H. Wasyid – Banten
- Muslim Muhammad Khalifah (Kiai Modjo) – North Sulawesi
- Mohamad Roem – Jakarta
- K.H. Abbas Abdul Jamil – West Java
- M. Jusuf – South Sulawesi
- Sultan Ibrahim Chaliluddin – East Kalimantan
- Moch. Sroedji – East Java
The ceremony was attended by members of Prabowo’s Red and White Cabinet, along with representatives of the recipients’ families. Their attendance marked a tribute to the individuals whose contributions have been formally recognized by the Indonesian government.
The event concluded with the presentation of plaques and official documents confirming the National Hero titles to the respective heirs. The documents serve as formal recognition of the recipients’ contributions and service to the country.
The government hopes the recognition will encourage younger generations to learn more about Indonesia’s history and the struggles that shaped its independence. It also aims to inspire Indonesians to follow the examples set by the country’s national heroes and contribute to its future development.
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