Diver Dies During Porprov, Commission X DPR Calls for Kemenpora's Attention

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Agung Widyantoro, Chairman of Commission X of the House of Representatives, urged the Ministry of Youth and Sports (Kemenpora) to pay attention to Syabilla Rizkia Putri Raharja, a diver from Jepara who tragically died during the Central Java XVII Provincial Sports Week (Porprov) 2026.

"We from Commission X believe it is appropriate for the government to be present and provide attention to the athlete," Agung stated during an interview at the Indonesian Parliament Building in Jakarta on Monday (26/10/2026).

Agung emphasized that the government should not only recognize athletes who achieve honors but must also acknowledge the struggles of those who have died while competing.

On behalf of Commission X, Agung also expressed condolences over Syabilla's passing.

He noted that this incident should raise awareness in the organization of sports events.

According to Agung, organizing sports activities should not only be judged by the smooth running of events and achievements but must also consider the safety of athletes, spectators, and the surrounding community.

"For future evaluations, we expect that the focus should not just be on the success of the event, but that all details from A to Z are thoroughly assessed," Agung explained.

The Golkar politician stressed that safety must be a part of the measure of success in organizing sports.

"Because success is not only about achievements but also zero accidents, that’s my belief," he concluded.

KONI Jepara Seeks Clarification from POSSI Central Java

The Indonesian National Sports Committee (KONI) of Jepara will seek clarification from the Central Java Diving Sports Association (POSSI) regarding the circumstances of Syabilla's death while participating in the deep-sea diving competition at Porprov Jateng XVII 2026 in Semarang.

KONI Jepara Chairman Miftah stated that they want to hear an explanation of the events leading to the athlete's death before drawing any conclusions.

"We will ask for clarification regarding the chronology of events leading to the athlete's death," Miftah said, as quoted on Sunday (25/10/2026).

Chronology of Syabilla's Death

According to initial reports, Syabilla began competing around 09:00 WIB on Sunday morning. She was reported to have drowned around 09:20 WIB.

Members of the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) on duty at the site provided assistance.

Syabilla was brought to shore unconscious.

Medical teams from Semarang and Jepara conducted resuscitation efforts before transporting her to Semarang Family Health Hospital. However, doctors in the emergency department confirmed Syabilla was pronounced dead around 10:00 WIB.

Semarang Police Chief Kombes Pol Erlin Tan Jaya reported that a witness saw Syabilla wave her hand after completing two laps, but she continued the competition.

"According to information from the committee and medical team, the victim was suspected of having experienced fatigue," Erlin explained, as quoted on Sunday.

Syabilla was laid to rest in Jepara on Sunday (25/10/2026) at around 16:00 WIB. She is remembered for contributing two gold medals to the Jepara contingent at the Central Java Porprov 2026.