President Prabowo Leads Military Funeral for Former Vice President Try Sutrisno

Solemn Farewell at Kalibata National Heroes Cemetery

President Prabowo Subianto on Monday, March 2, 2026, led the military funeral ceremony for Indonesia's sixth vice president, Try Sutrisno, at the Kalibata National Heroes Cemetery in South Jakarta. The solemn event marked the nation's final respects to a prominent military general and statesman who passed away at the age of 90.

The ceremony, conducted with full military honors, saw President Prabowo acting as the inspector. Dignitaries in attendance included Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, Indonesia's sixth President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, former Vice President Boediono, and several ministers from the Merah Putih Cabinet.

Life and Legacy of Try Sutrisno

Born on November 15, 1935, in Surabaya, Try Sutrisno had a distinguished career in both the military and politics. He served as the Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Army from 1986 to 1988 and subsequently as the Commander of the Armed Forces from 1988 to 1993. His tenure as Vice President of Indonesia spanned from 1993 to 1998, serving alongside President Soeharto.

Try Sutrisno passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at approximately 6:58 a.m. Western Indonesian Time, at the Gatot Soebroto Army Hospital in Central Jakarta. He had been receiving treatment at the hospital since February 16.

Funeral Procession and Honors

Prior to the burial at Kalibata, the late vice president's body was taken from Gatot Soebroto Army Hospital to his private residence on Jalan Purwakarta No. 6, Menteng, Central Jakarta. Funeral prayers were later held at the Sunda Kelapa Mosque. The ceremony at the cemetery commenced around 1:30 p.m. WIB, with President Prabowo receiving a report from the ceremony commander.

During the ceremony, President Prabowo led the 'Apel Persada' (final tribute roll call), stating, 'I, the President of the Republic of Indonesia, on behalf of the state, the nation, and the Indonesian National Armed Forces, hereby dedicate to the motherland the life, devotion, and services of the late Try Sutrisno, sixth vice president for the 1993-1998 term.' He also symbolically shoveled soil into the grave, a traditional gesture of respect.

Kalibata National Heroes Cemetery

The Kalibata National Heroes Cemetery, officially known as Taman Makam Pahlawan Nasional Utama Kalibata, is a military cemetery located in Kalibata, South Jakarta. Established in 1953 and opened on November 10, 1954, it serves as the final resting place for over 7,000 patriots, including military casualties, veterans of the Indonesian War of Independence, and statesmen. The cemetery is a significant national landmark, symbolizing honor and the enduring spirit of Indonesia.