Plenary Hall, Gelora Kadrie Oening – Monday, April 21, 2025 — The East Kalimantan Provincial Government officially launched the Gratispol Generasi Emas program in a vibrant event held at the Plenary Hall of Gelora Kadrie Oening. This program marks a significant step in expanding access to higher education for the youth of East Kalimantan.

Carrying the theme #FromDarknessToLight, the launch was attended by various regional directors and leaders of higher education institutions across East Kalimantan. Among the attendees was the Rector of the Kalimantan Institute of Technology (ITK), along with other key representatives from educational directorates and universities. 

The Gratispol Generasi Emas program is designed to provide full scholarships to high-achieving students, forming part of a broader national effort to build a Golden Generation in 2045. This launch symbolizes the beginning of a shared commitment to shaping a future generation that is excellent, competitive, and capable of contributing to both regional and national development. 

With strong cross-institutional collaboration, the program is expected to reach a wide range of young people across East Kalimantan and become a beacon of hope for the future of education in eastern Indonesia.