Pontianak, Thekabarnews.com—West Kalimantan Governor Ria Norsan has come under public criticism after traveling to Kuching, Malaysia. This happened amid reports linking his name to an ongoing corruption investigation handled by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK).

The alleged corruption case involving a road project in Mempawah Regency, West Kalimantan, drives the controversy. While authorities have not formally charged Norsan, his reported connection to the case has drawn attention from observers and civil society groups.

People have asked when the governor went abroad. They said that public leaders should be more responsible and aware of how their actions affect others. This is especially important when the law is looking into them.

The Executive Director of Studi Demokrasi Rakyat (SDR), Hari Purwanto, told government workers that they should know how the public sees them. He also said they should stay away from actions that could be considered breaking the law.

“Government workers should always be aware of local and societal events. In these kinds of situations, they should not seem far away or put their needs first,” Hari said in a statement, Tuesday, April 7.

He also said that when the police break the law, they sometimes say they can’t go to important events because they are sick.

The West Kalimantan governor Ria Norsan’s decision to seek medical treatment abroad has intensified the debate. People who dislike the idea say it clashes with the government’s recent calls for better healthcare in the country.

President Prabowo Subianto has told people in Indonesia to get medical care in their country instead of going to other countries. People who are watching have also said that they do not know what Norsan means.

The governor Ria Norsan used to tell people in Indonesia to put health care first. People are beginning to wonder why he went to another country for medical care. Even when things are challenging, people trust their leaders more when they’re honest and fair.

The public carefully observes officials’ behavior, particularly when it coincides with political or legal events. For example, decisions regarding medical care abroad can raise questions about officials’ commitment to public service and transparency.

After the case, people have been talking more about duty, ethics, and what they expect from government workers. To keep their trust, you need to know how they feel and obey the law.

People will be watching the investigation very closely. The outcome could alter people’s trust in the government and the area’s operations.

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