Eid al-Fitr 1447 H: Babeh Doni’s Call for a Self-Reliant Nation

Happy Eid al-Fitr 1447 H
Taqabbalallahu minna wa minkum, may Allah accept our deeds, and please forgive us, both physically and spiritually.

Eid al-Fitr is not merely an annual celebration; it is a reflective moment to return to our true nature—purifying the heart, realigning intentions, and reaffirming the direction of our lives. It is at this point that the meaning of victory becomes truly relevant: not only spiritually, but also socially and nationally.

In his Eid message, Dr. Yandra Doni—widely known as Babeh Doni, founder of GerakanMandiriBangsa.com—emphasized a crucial point: the future of a nation must not depend on reliance.

According to him, true strength is born from the courage to stand on one’s own feet. Dependence breeds vulnerability, while self-reliance fosters resilience and dignity.

With this spirit, Babeh Doni calls on all elements of society to build Indonesia from its very foundation—the people themselves. Not through elitist and centralized development, but through a people-driven approach rooted in villages, everyday realities, and the voices that have long been overlooked.

“A strong Indonesia is one that stands upon its own people—of the people, by the people, and for the people,” he affirmed.

He further stressed that self-reliance is not merely a slogan, but a pathway toward true independence. At the same time, unity becomes an essential foundation to ensure that change is not only achieved, but also just and equitable.

In this meaningful Eid moment, Babeh Doni also invites the public to strengthen social bonds, eliminate prejudice, and unite their steps forward. Without unity, self-reliance would remain a fragmented idea.

He concluded his message with a powerful call that defines the spirit of Gerakan Mandiri Bangsa:

“The People Have Power. It Is Time to Rise, Stand Firm, and Determine Our Own Direction.”