Intan Jaya, IDNtribune – Personnel of the 330 Tri Dharma Raider Infantery Batalyon Task Force distributes 200 Batik Dresses to Papuan mothers in Sugapa, Intan Jaya Regency, Central Papua Province, on Thursday (16/11/2023). Tasl Force Commander, Infantery Major Dedy Pungky Irawanto, S.I.P., M.I.Pol explained that personnel from the Task Force distributed purple batik dresses to Papuan mothers in Intan Jaya. “The Tri Dharma Dress Giveway Program is part of the territorial development program in the assigned area. This Tri Dharma Dress Giveaway program will continue,” he said.

The faces of the Papuan mothers looked happy. Occasionally they laughed happily when they looked at each other at their appearance wearing the batik Dress. “Thank you to the 330 Task Force. This is like the mamas in the city,” joked Mama Aliana, greeted by cheerful laughter from the other mothers.

Furthermore, Task Force Commander said that this the most comfortable type of clothing to wear and is a favorite among mothers when doing activities. In the current era, the appearance of the dress looks increasingly fashionable. One of the popular dress motifs is the batik dress. And we know that Batik is the cultural heritage of the Indonesian people. “By using a batik patterned dress, you show your love for Indonesia. I am Papua, I am Indonesian,” he said with a smile.