NTT, NTB, and Jakarta named hosts of PON 2028
NTT is setting aside Rp250 miliar, while 21 DBON priority sports will be contested with an emphasis on efficiency.
The government has formally designated Nusa Tenggara Timur, Nusa Tenggara Barat, and Jakarta as hosts of PON XXII 2028. The decision was marked by the handover of the Youth and Sports Minister's decree to the governors in Jakarta on Tuesday. NTT Governor Emanuel Melkiades Laka Lena said venues in his region will be built near tourist areas and spread across about 14 regencies/cities. NTT has also allocated Rp250 miliar, to be provided in stages through 2028. Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir called for an efficient, transparent event focused on performance. PON 2028 is planned to feature 21 sports on the National Sports Grand Design priority list, while the division of events between NTT and NTB will be adjusted to the venues already available.