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President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) conveyed his congratulations on Bhayangkara Day or the 76th anniversary of the National Police when he became the inspector of the Bhayangkara Day commemoration ceremony, at the Police Academy Campus, Temple area, Semarang, Central Java, Tuesday (5/7/2022).

In front of the ranks of the National Police, the Head of State also expressed his appreciation for the hard work of the Police in serving the people, defending the nation and state.

"On behalf of the people, nation and state, I wish you a happy 76th Bhayangkara Day and give appreciation for the hard work of the Police in serving the people, in defending the nation and state. I and the Indonesian people have high hopes for the Police," said President Jokowi.

The President said that the authority of the National Police organization penetrated down to the village level. Every day, members of the Police are in direct contact with the people.

Therefore, the President reminded that every action taken by Polri personnel will always be considered by the people.

"Wherever you work, you are always under the people's observation, you are always in the people's judgment, the people judge whether the behavior of the police is in line with the people's expectations," he said.

The former mayor of Solo, citing the results of a Kompas Research and Development survey, which showed 58.3 percent of respondents stated that the actions of the National Police were in accordance with Presisi's vision.

"But remember that 28.6 percent said it was not finished," said Jokowi.

He also reminded that the slightest mistake made by members of the National Police could damage public confidence in the Bhayangkara Corps.

"Therefore, work carefully, work with precision," said Jokowi. (RRI)