Candra Kusuma's Salary as a Member of the Bogor Regency DPRD Reaches Rp45 Million per Month, Allegedly Cheating and Neglecting His Child

Kapanlagi.com - Candra Kusuma, a member of the Bogor Regency DPRD from the Democratic Party, suddenly became the center of public attention after his child revealed that he had been neglected for over ten years. Although Candra's monthly salary reaches tens of millions of rupiah, he is alleged to have failed to fulfill his responsibilities as the head of the family in Sidoarjo.

This story has sparked intense debate, particularly regarding the use of public funds and the social responsibilities of an official. Through his X account (formerly known as Twitter), Candra's child expressed disappointment towards his father, who has remarried since 2010. He revealed that even though his father pays for educational expenses, daily needs such as food and other care seem to be neglected.

Even more surprising, Candra Kusuma rarely communicates with his family in Sidoarjo and even claims to not own a smartphone. This story raises many questions about the ethics and responsibilities of a public official in carrying out his role, both inside and outside the political arena.

1. Candra Kusuma is Estimated to Earn Rp 45 Million/month

Candra Kusuma has officially etched his name as a member of the Bogor Regency DPRD for the 2024-2029 period after successfully securing a seat from Dapil II through the Democratic Party. With his new status, Candra has the opportunity to earn a tempting income, estimated at around Rp 45 million per month!

This salary is not just a mere figure, but rather the result of various allowances and facilities that flow in, starting from position allowances, transportation, to housing.

As a member of the Budget Agency of the DPRD, he also enjoys various additional allowances that enhance his welfare, such as representation allowances, family allowances, intensive communication allowances, and rice allowances.

With this income, even after income tax deductions, the total salary received by Candra remains astonishing!

2. Allegedly Not Providing Support for His Child and Wife

Despite earning a large income, Candra Kusuma is alleged to have failed to provide a decent living for his wife and children in Sidoarjo. His child, who is currently studying at the State University of Surabaya, revealed that his father only takes responsibility for educational expenses, without considering their daily living needs. Even a simple request for IQ test money amounting to Rp 600 thousand was never fulfilled.

"My father always feels that paying for education is enough, but he forgets that living expenses are also important. I just entered UNESA, and I was shocked to find out that my father has remarried and has other children," he expressed with disappointment.

3. Reactions and Revelations through Social Media

Candra Kusuma's cold and indifferent treatment towards his family has sparked waves of anger and deep disappointment in his child's heart.

Through the X account @nitaainir, he expressed how minimal the communication has been, with Candra only calling once a month, claiming he does not have a smartphone, even though his life in Bogor seems far from difficult.

Disappointment grew even more when the child discovered that his father actually has another family, a fact that was hidden and never disclosed.

4. Controversy Over the High Salaries of DPRD Members

The wave of controversy is increasingly heated regarding the high salaries received by members of the Bogor Regency DPRD, including Candra Kusuma. Based on Government Regulation Number 18 of 2017, which regulates the financial and administrative rights of council members, their salaries consist of a basic salary and various abundant allowances.

Candra Kusuma, for example, is estimated to earn more than Rp 36 million every month, while some sources even mention a fantastic figure reaching Rp 45 million.

This situation has sparked a heated debate about the stark disparity between the personal lives of DPRD members and their moral responsibilities to the families and communities they represent.

5. Allowances Received by DPRD Members

Despite the emerging controversy, Government Regulation Number 18 of 2017 remains the legal umbrella regulating the financial and administrative rights of leaders and members of the DPRD, covering various aspects such as income, allowances, and other facilities.

On the other hand, Minister of Home Affairs Regulation Number 62 of 2017 provides further details regarding the income and allowances for DPRD members at the district/city level, which include position allowances, transportation, intensive communication, and housing allowances.

Local governments are expected to adjust the amount of these allowances according to their budgets and operational needs. Thus, both regulations aim to ensure that the income and allowances of DPRD members are in line with their roles and authorities while providing flexibility according to the financial conditions of the regions.

Some allowances that DPRD members can enjoy include basic salary, position allowances, transportation allowances, and rice allowances, which of course vary depending on the position and regional budget.

(kpl/rmt)