The organizing committee for the 49th Muhammadiyah Congress conducted a comparative study visit to PWM East Java on Friday (7/3) afternoon. This activity is part of the preparations for the 49th Muhammadiyah Congress, which will be held in North Sumatra in 2027.
This comparative study aims to explore the experience of PWM Jatim in organizing the 45th Muhammadiyah Congress in Malang in 2005, which was deemed very successful.
The Chairman of the 49th Muhammadiyah Congress, who is also the Rector of the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra, Prof. Dr. Agussani, MAP, along with the Chairman of PWM North Sumatra, Prof. Hasyimsyah Nasution, MA, the Secretary of PWM North Sumatra, Irwansyah, MA, the Deputy Rector II of UMSU, Prof. Dr. Akrim, MPd, the Deputy Chairman of PWM North Sumatra, Dr. Sulidar, MA, and the Deputy Secretary of PWM North Sumatra, Drs. Mutholib, MM.
They were received by the ranks of PWM Jatim, including Dr. Syamsuddin, Dr. Hidayatulloh, Ir. Tamhid Masyudi, drh. Zainul Muslimin, Dr. Sholihin Fanani, Muh. Khoirul Abduh, M.Si., Mudzakkir, Ph.D., and Fityan Izza Noor Abidin, M.S.A., at the PWM Jatim Office, Jalan Kertomenanggal, Surabaya. The Chairman of PWM Jatim, Dr. dr. Sukadiono, and the Vice Chairman, Prof. Nazaruddin Malik, attended the meeting via Zoom.
The Chairman of the 49th Muktamar, Prof. Agussani, who is also the Rector of UMSU, emphasized that the organizing committee continues to prepare various things, including the construction of facilities that will be used for this major event. There are two buildings currently under construction, namely an auditorium with a capacity of 7,000 visitors and a sports hall with a capacity of 3,000 people. “We have allocated a budget of Rp 353 billion to build several facilities at UMSU, including the main venue for the Muktamar,” he said.
“This development is not only for the 49th Muktamar, but also as part of UMSU’s grand vision to become an international campus with high-quality infrastructure,” he explained.
The organizing committee is also coordinating with various parties, including the local government, to support the convention, including infrastructure improvements. “For transportation, the organizing committee is also coordinating with the Kuala Namu Airport Authority,” he said.
Previously, the Chairman of PWM North Sumatra, Prof. Dr. Hasyimsyah Nasution, MA, stated that this visit was conducted after consulting with the General Chairman of PP Muhammadiyah, Prof. Haedar Nashir, and the General Secretary of PP Muhammadiyah, Prof. Abdul Mu’ti.
PWM East Java is a region that has successfully organized the Muktamar and also has experience in managing Muhammadiyah’s charitable organizations (AUM) well. Therefore, we want to learn from PWM Jatim in preparing for this 49th Muktamar,” said Hasyimsyah.
In his speech, Sukadiono expressed appreciation for the synergy that has developed between PWM Jatim and PWM Sumut in various strategic programs. Sukadiono emphasized the importance of inter-regional collaboration in strengthening the propagation of Islamic teachings and the development of Muhammadiyah’s charitable endeavors. “Clearly, we are ready to assist in the success of the 49th Muhammadiyah Congress in North Sumatra,” he said.
Meanwhile, Ir. Tamhid Masyudi emphasized that it is indeed time for Medan to host the Muktamar again after last being the committee in 1939.
He also emphasized that the time remaining for the Muktamar is around 900 days if it is held in November 2027.
“The preparations for the opening ceremony must be more thorough, including holding a grand Muktamar celebration at each campus or PWM to welcome this major event,” he stated.
According to him, the success of the Muktamar is determined by the success of its opening ceremony. Therefore, it must be designed spectacularly. “The success of the opening ceremony is half of the success of the Muktamar,” emphasized Tamhid.
In addition, Tamhid also suggested that the committee collaborate with local and central governments, including the Ministry of Transportation, to arrange transportation for the fans using airplanes, trains, ships, and buses.
During their visit to East Java, the Organizing Committee of the 49th Muktamar also had the opportunity to visit Sepanjang Hospital because it is considered a successful community referral. UMSU, as the manager of the Muhammadiyah Sumut Hospital, hopes to gain successful experiences in managing hospitals.
