Profile of Rasyid Rajasa, Hatta Rajasa's Son Who is Ready to Marry After Being Widowed for 6 Years

Kapanlagi.com - Rasyid Rajasa, a young politician and chairman of the DPD of the National Mandate Party (PAN) in Bandung City, is now preparing to face the Palembang mayoral election. With a background as a legislative candidate for the Indonesian House of Representatives from West Java I in the 2024 elections, Rasyid shows great potential to achieve victory in the upcoming political contest.

After experiencing profound loss due to the passing of his beloved wife, Rasyid has now found new happiness with his engagement to Tamara Kalla. The engagement ceremony, which took place on November 2, 2024, has attracted public attention, showing a significant change in his personal and political life.

1. Profile of Rasyid Rajasa

Profile of Rasyid Rajasa (credit: instagram/rakhafatharana)

Rasyid Rajasa, born on May 21, 1990, is the son of Muhammad Hatta Rajasa and Oktiniwati Ulfa Dariah. He pursued his education abroad, including completing his studies in Business Management at the University of East London in 2014, and is currently continuing his master's degree at the School of Business and Management (SBM) ITB.

In the field of organization, Rasyid is active in the Indonesian Student Association (PPI) in London, which has provided him with valuable experience. Before entering politics, Rasyid developed his career in entrepreneurship, becoming a co-founder of PT Duta Perikanan Utama and holding several strategic positions in various companies.

2. PAN's Trust and Winning Potential in the Palembang City Election

The PAN DPP fully supports Rasyid Rajasa's candidacy in the 2024 Palembang mayoral election, confident in his winning potential. The chairman of the PAN DPP, Saleh Partaonan Daulay, stated, "In his calculations, he has the potential to win there," referring to Rasyid's popularity as a native son of Palembang.

Saleh emphasized the importance of collaboration with other political parties to strengthen support for Rasyid. He explained, "Rasyid is still young. Right now, there is a trend to promote young leaders. Well, Rasyid can be encouraged to represent the youth segment."

3. Deep Sorrow over the Loss of His Wife

Before finding new happiness, Rasyid experienced deep sorrow after losing his first wife, Adara Taista, who passed away from skin cancer on May 19, 2018. Their marriage, which lasted only five months, left a profound memory in Rasyid's life, who often reminisces about Adara on social media.

In an emotional post, Rasyid wrote, "To Allah we belong, and to Allah we shall return," expressing his sense of loss and longing. Meanwhile, his mother-in-law described Adara as a strong woman who always faced illness with a smile.

His first wife, Adara Taista, passed away from skin cancer after five months of marriage.

4. Rasyid Rajasa and Tamara Kalla's Engagement

Rasyid's life began to turn around with his engagement to Tamara Kalla. The engagement ceremony, held on November 2, 2024, became a public highlight, with many photos shared by the extended family. Rasyid and Tamara wore matching gray outfits, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere.

Posts from Aliya Rajasa, another family member, showcased the unity and uniformity of the family in celebrating this happy moment. Positive comments from netizens flowed in, expressing support and best wishes for Rasyid's new journey.

5. Who is Rasyid Rajasa?

Rasyid Rajasa is a young politician and the chairman of the DPD PAN in Bandung City who is also a candidate for mayor of Palembang.

6. What happened to Rasyid's wife?

His first wife, Adara Taista, passed away due to skin cancer after five months of marriage.

7. When did Rasyid Rajasa get engaged?

Rasyid got engaged to Tamara Kalla on November 2, 2024, and the moment attracted public attention.

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