Even the Secretary of the Ministry of Youth and Sports (Sesmenpora) Gatot S Dewa Broto emphasized that the police have the right to stop the fight if there is a violation of the prokes.
He said that his party had held a coordination meeting with all stakeholders, such as PSSI, PT. LIB to Polri. This was done so that football sports activities can take place safely from the corona virus.
"No need to worry, this is just a trial, the police have the right to stop the fight if there is a violation of the prokes during the Menpora trophy," said Gatot when confirmed by the media crew, Jakarta, Saturday (20/3/2021)
According to him, PSSI and PT LIB had proven that the match was in accordance with the process when they held a trial match for the Indonesian U23 national team against two Indonesian clubs, early March.
"PSSI and LIB have already explained the progress at the stadium before and after. The two matches were smooth," said Gatot.
He admitted that the Menpora Cup was a challenge for the organizers to carry out sports activities in the midst of the pandemic.
Moreover, in other countries, there are currently several that have succeeded in holding sports events such as football. In fact, the conditions are the same as Indonesia, which is being hit by the Corona virus pandemic.
"PSSI is in the Challenge, all parties want to know how to implement the health protocol," said Gatot.
Separately, the Head of the Public Relations Division of the National Police, Inspector General Argo Yuwono, emphasized that the implementation would implement a strict program. In fact, he ensured that the police would not hesitate to stop and impose strict sanctions on the organizers if they did not implement or violate the prokes.
"As directed by the National Police Chief, General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, youth and sports activities must be carried out with discipline and commitment from all related parties in implementing health protocols. As well as strict enforcement of rules," said Argo, confirmed separately.
As is known, in relation to this implementation, the National Police gave permission with several notes.
1. All matches are held without spectators in the stadium which are broadcast live by Television and Online Media Stations.
2. Limiting the number of players, officials, committees, security guards, invited guests and media crews in the match area to a maximum of 299 people.
3. Matches are held at stadiums in the Covid-19 green zone.
4. The person in charge must comply with the following conditions:
A. Maintain security and order in the activities referred to.
B. Prevent if there are indications of deviations from the activity objectives which have been stated in writing in the permit application statement letter.
C. Within 3 x 24 hours before the activity is carried out, report to the local Police.
D. Comply with other provisions given by local officials in relation to the activities to be carried out.
E. Comply with the rules and protocols for handling Covid-19 established by the authorities in the local area.
- If there is a deviation and / or violation of the provisions of this letter, the police / security officer can disperse / stop or take other action based on the provisions of the law.
- This crowd permit is issued to those with an interest in it to be used properly, except in the case of an error, necessary corrections will be made.
- If an extraordinary situation occurs, the Crowd Permit that has been issued will be suspended / revoked.
- After completing the implementation of the activity, the person in charge should report the results to the Chief of Police, u.p. Safeguard head within 1 (one) week after the completion of the said activity.
