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Made Putra Widiastawa Takes Command of Kodam IX/Udayana
Made Putra Widiastawa has taken command of Kodam IX/Udayana, the Indonesian Army regional command based in Bali.
Widiastawa was born in Buleleng, according to local coverage.
The leadership handover ceremony took place in Denpasar on October 21, at the command’s headquarters.
Kodam IX/Udayana’s area of duty includes Bali, and its stated aims include protecting the public and maintaining peace.
The command says its work will continue under the new leadership, with a focus on cooperation between agencies and stronger ties with communities.
Bali Governor Koster welcomed Widiastawa, and the two sides said they would strengthen cooperation between the military and local government.
Made Putra Widiastawa has taken command of Kodam IX/Udayana, according to the story headline.
A change-of-command farewell and welcome ceremony was held at the command’s headquarters in Denpasar on 21 October 2026.
Kodam IX/Udayana public affairs chief Amrizal Nasution said the command would continue its work and strengthen cooperation with other agencies and local communities.
The ceremony was attended by senior officials, military personnel representatives and civilian employees of the command.
- Who
- Made Putra Widiastawa took command of Kodam IX/Udayana.
- What
- He took over as commander in a leadership change.
- When
- 21 October 2026.
- Where
- Kodam IX/Udayana headquarters in Denpasar, Bali.
- Why
- Not stated.
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- Incoming commander
- Made Putra Widiastawa
- Command
- Kodam IX/Udayana
- Ceremony date
- 21 October 2026
- Ceremony location
- Denpasar, Bali
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