Puan encourages central and local governments to make pesantren partners in recognizing and addressing national development needs.

President Prabowo Subianto stated that santri and pesantren are vital parts of Indonesia's historical journey and struggle.

Cak Imin highlighted that about 23 million people still live below the poverty line. Thus, santri must tackle this issue through mastering knowledge.

Head of Bakom RI Syahganda Nainggolan said Prabowo is very supportive of pesantren. The Red and White Cabinet features many ministers who are santri.

Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi, representing President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto, sent congratulations on the commemoration of National Santri Day 2026.