Kemenag to Register Pesantren with Severe Damage to Anticipate Building Collapse

Jakarta – The collapse of the Pondok Pesantren (Ponpes) Al Khoziny building in Sidoarjo, East Java, has drawn serious attention from the government regarding the condition of pesantren throughout Indonesia. To prevent similar incidents from happening again, the Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) will register pesantren with severe damage to anticipate building collapses. This proactive measure aims to ensure the safety of students and residents in these educational institutions. Kemenag’s initiative follows the tragic event at Ponpes Al Khoziny and underscores the importance of monitoring and maintaining the integrity of pesantren buildings.