Not Just a Pretty Face, Miss Indonesia Olvah Alhamid Vocal 'Prods' the Government on the Protests

Kapanlagi.com - Amid the uproar of protests sweeping the nation, a loud voice has emerged from the beauty stage. Olvah Alhamid, Miss Indonesia West Papua 2015, did not remain silent in the face of the situation.

She firmly criticized the government's response, which she deemed a complete failure in understanding the people's aspirations. According to her, the government seems to view the demonstrations only through the lens of security threats, rather than as a profound message from the public.

For Olvah, who also holds the title of Miss Intelligence, there is a significant message behind every drop of sweat and the lives sacrificed by the demonstrators. A message that, unfortunately, she believes has not reached the ears of the rulers.

1. Public Anger

"The protests of the people seem to be counted only in terms of rupiah, whereas there is a significant message that needs to be read," said Olvah some time ago.

This social activist then highlighted three crucial points that demonstrate the government's insensitivity. First, she pointed out the accumulated public anger towards the police institution.

"Public anger towards the police is not just about the latest incidents, but an accumulation of the police's unprofessionalism in serving the people. The government must immediately reform the police force," she asserted.

2. Strong Signal

Olvah Alhamid © instagram.com/olvaholvah

Second, Olvah provided a sharp perspective on the phenomenon of looting officials' assets. For her, it is not merely an anarchic action, but a strong signal that the Asset Forfeiture Law should be passed immediately.

"This is a clear message that the public wants a legal framework to effectively combat corruption practices," she said.

3. Failed to Understand

Lastly, she voiced the concerns of online motorcycle taxi (ojek online) drivers who also took to the streets. Olvah believes that the current partnership system is very unfair and the government has failed to understand it.

"The income cuts are too large, while the status of ojol itself is unclear, whether as workers or entrepreneurs. The government does not understand the true meaning of partnership, which leads to injustice,” she concluded.

(kpl/aal/tdr)