Enhancing Tourism Appeal of Blitar City, Bank Jatim Provides Assistance for Aircraft Replica and Pedestal Construction at PETA Museum
Date: 20 august 2024Categories :
BLITAR, August 20, 2024 – PT Bank Pembangunan Daerah Jawa Timur Tbk (bankjatim) continues to demonstrate its commitment to contributing to regional development in East Java. Most recently, bankjatim officially provided a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) contribution to the Blitar City Government (Pemkot Blitar) in the form of an aircraft replica and pedestal (aircraft support) construction at the PETA Museum in Blitar City. The CSR aid was symbolically handed over by the Director of Risk Management at bankjatim, Eko Susetyono, to the Mayor of Blitar, Santoso, at the Blitar City Museum.
Eko explained that with this assistance, bankjatim hopes to increase the city's tourism appeal, which would lead to an increase in the number of visitors to Blitar and surrounding areas. This is particularly important as Blitar is a key connectivity route in southern East Java. “This contribution aligns with the Blitar City Government’s program to promote and encourage tourism and creative economy potential. We believe that the aircraft replica and pedestal will attract more people to visit the PETA Museum and learn about the history of the PETA soldiers' struggle against colonial invaders. It’s great for public education,” he emphasized.
According to Eko, Blitar has long been known for the tomb of Bung Karno, which has attracted a significant number of tourists. "So, with the aircraft replica and pedestal from bankjatim, we believe this will add a new historical tourism icon to Blitar. More tourism options will be available to the public, which in turn will help boost the economy of Blitar. We all must collaborate to advance the city," he explained.
On this occasion, Mayor Santoso expressed his deepest gratitude to bankjatim for the CSR assistance in the construction of the aircraft replica and pedestal at the PETA Museum in Blitar City. He hopes this collaboration will further develop the city's tourism potential. "We hope the development of the tourism and creative economy sectors in Blitar will proceed smoothly, providing optimal benefits for the community and government, and making Blitar City a Cultural and Tourism City," he stated.
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