Indonesia celebrated its 80th Independence Day at Merdeka Palace with a flag-lowering ceremony that created a solemn atmosphere. One Jakarta resident, Titi Nurdianti, originally from Cilacap, Central Java, expressed both pride and deep emotion during this historic event. Titi shared the challenging journey she underwent to secure an official ticket for the ceremony, describing the intense online competition as a ‘war’ where Indonesians rushed to click as quickly as possible. Finally obtaining a ticket brought overwhelming joy and emotions as Titi stood at Merdeka Palace.
Having only previously watched the flag-lowering ceremony on television, Titi was thrilled to witness it in person on August 17, 2025. She chose to pay homage to the occasion by dressing in traditional attire from West Nusa Tenggara, wearing a striking red outfit. The festive parade that followed the ceremony, leading towards the National Monument, added to the grandeur of this year’s Independence Day celebration, creating unforgettable moments for Titi.
Through tears and joy, Titi offered prayers and well wishes for Indonesia’s future. She expressed optimism for the country’s progress and prosperity on its 80th anniversary, extending her wishes for President Prabowo’s health and leadership in bringing welfare and strength to Indonesia. The emotional reactions and heartfelt moments shared by citizens like Titi highlighted the deep significance of the Independence Day ceremony at Merdeka Palace.
