Muhammadiyah Celebrates 113th Anniversary with Mass Gatherings Across Indonesia
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Muhammadiyah, one of Indonesia’s largest Islamic organizations, marked its 113th anniversary on November 17, 2025, with a series of large-scale events across the country. These celebrations demonstrated the organization’s widespread influence and strong community support, drawing tens of thousands of participants to health walks, gatherings, and commemorative events.
Massive Turnout at Paseban Square,bantul
The anniversary celebrations reached a peak in Bantul,Yogyakarta,where an estimated sea of people gathered at Paseban Square. The sheer number of attendees highlighted the unwavering support for Muhammadiyah within the region. While specific attendance numbers weren’t immediately available, reports indicate the event was overwhelmingly well-attended.
Regional Celebrations: Banyumas, Surakarta, and Jakarta
Beyond Bantul, the 113th anniversary was celebrated enthusiastically by regional Muhammadiyah branches (PDMs) and the ‘Aisyiyah women’s organization.
* Banyumas Regency: more than 20,000 Muhammadiyah members and members of the public participated in a health walk centered around the Purwokerto Lotus Tower Retention Pool Area.https://muhammadiyah.or.id/ Muhammad Djohar AS, Chairman of PDM Banyumas, expressed his gratitude for the massive turnout.
* Surakarta (Solo): PDM Surakarta hosted a similar event,attracting over 5,000 participants.
* DKI Jakarta: The Muhammadiyah Regional Leadership (PWM) of DKI jakarta held its anniversary event at the Muhammadiyah Da’wah Building in Kramat, Central Jakarta. Over 2,000 attendees participated, exceeding the venue’s capacity.
About Muhammadiyah
Founded in 1912 by K.H.Ahmad Dahlan in Yogyakarta, Muhammadiyah is a prominent Islamic socio-religious movement in Indonesia. The organization focuses on education, social welfare, and the modernization of Islamic thought.It operates thousands of schools, universities, hospitals, and other social institutions throughout the archipelago. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muhammadiyah
Key Takeaways
* Muhammadiyah’s 113th anniversary was celebrated with large-scale events across Indonesia.
* The celebrations demonstrate the organization’s significant influence and widespread community support.
* events included health walks, gatherings, and commemorative ceremonies.
* Regional branches in Banyumas, Surakarta, and Jakarta hosted events attracting thousands of participants.
* Muhammadiyah continues to be a vital force in Indonesian society, focusing on education, social welfare, and Islamic modernization.
The enthusiastic participation in these anniversary events underscores Muhammadiyah’s enduring relevance and its continued commitment to serving Indonesian society. As the organization looks towards the future, it is indeed poised to play an increasingly critically important role in addressing the nation’s social, educational, and religious challenges.