Chatting with Gus Miftah, Melanie Subono Reveals the Reasons for Diligently Providing Assistance to Others

Kapanlagi.com - At the end of 2021, some sad news has emerged in the homeland. One that has attracted public attention is Mount Semeru, which has released volcanic mudflows and caused an eruption in Lumajang Regency on Saturday (4/12).

However, from this disaster, some unexpected phenomena have also emerged, ranging from things that bring tears to the eyes to causing annoyance. There is a video showing a group of teenagers making content from the disaster, which certainly drew criticism from the Indonesian public who saw such actions as highly inappropriate.

In addition, there are also many people who have been moved to help the victims of the disaster. Like what Melanie Subono did, who has a high concern for others. She even built the House of Hope, which aims to provide assistance to those in need and, most importantly, continue to do good deeds.

1. Melanie Subono's Story

Chatting with Gus Miftah / Photo Credit: Personal Documentation

Melanie then told Gus Miftah about the aid she distributed and her decision to personally deliver the assistance.

"That's a question that I still haven't found the answer to until now. If I have a reason, then I'm totally wrong because why should there be a reason to help people?" Melanie said firmly.

2. Unexpected Phenomenon

In addition, Wagiman, who is one of the victims of the eruption of Mount Semeru, was also present. Wagiman's house, which is only 3 kilometers away from Mount Semeru, miraculously remained intact next to houses that were almost leveled to the ground.

Wagiman also shared that during the disaster, he could only surrender and pray to the Almighty God. It was indeed God's will to save his house, so it remained intact without any damage. Not only that, Wagiman's pets also survived.

So, what is the discussion about the eruption of Mount Semeru from Wagiman and Melanie Subono's experiences? For those of you who are curious, watch the complete story on Chatting with Gus Miftah, Friday (17/12) at 21:00 WIB only on iNews television station.

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