JAKARTA – Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman was among the first mourners and personally helped carry the body of Haerul Saleh, a Member IV of the Board of Auditors (BPK), into an ambulance from Pasar Minggu Regional Public Hospital (RSUD Pasar Minggu), Jakarta, on Friday (8/5/2026).
Minister Amran rushed to the hospital immediately upon receiving the tragic news of Haerul Saleh’s passing. This profound sorrow enveloped the entire Ministry of Agriculture family and numerous other parties following Haerul’s death due to a devastating house fire at his residence.
On that somber occasion, Minister Amran listened to a brief chronology of the fire from a domestic helper. The incident unfolded with startling speed while the victim was overseeing several individuals involved in renovation work. Suddenly, the flames intensified, and thick black smoke became unavoidable. Minister Amran conveyed his deepest condolences over the demise of the deceased, whom he remembered as a humble, hardworking individual with immense dedication to the nation and state.
“We, the extended family of the Ministry of Agriculture, express our deepest sorrow at the passing of Bapak Haerul Saleh. He was a good, calm, and humble individual, deeply committed to upholding integrity and good governance,” stated Minister Amran, highlighting the qualities that made Haerul Saleh a respected figure.
According to Minister Amran, the deceased was a figure who consistently prioritized professionalism and service in every task he undertook. “He was someone who truly valued hard work and always put the interests of the nation and state first. We have lost one of the nation’s finest sons, who dedicated so much to Indonesia,” he added, emphasizing the significant void left by Haerul Saleh’s departure.
Minister Amran also offered heartfelt prayers for the deceased, wishing him the best place in the sight of Allah SWT, and for the grieving family to be granted strength and fortitude in facing this immense trial. “May the deceased achieve a blessed end (husnul khatimah), have all sins and mistakes forgiven, his grave expanded, and may the entire bereaved family be granted strength, patience, and sincerity,” he uttered, conveying a message of solace and hope.
The passing of Haerul Saleh represents a profound loss for the Indonesian nation. He was widely known as an official of unwavering integrity, strong commitment, and high dedication in strengthening governance and accountability within the government structure. His contributions will be remembered as integral to the progress and ethical standards of public service.
Summary
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman paid his final respects and personally helped carry the body of Haerul Saleh, a Member IV of the Board of Auditors (BPK), on Friday (8/5/2026). Haerul Saleh’s passing was tragically caused by a devastating house fire at his residence in Jakarta. Minister Amran immediately rushed to Pasar Minggu Regional Public Hospital upon receiving the news, conveying his profound sorrow.
Minister Amran eulogized Haerul Saleh as a humble, hardworking individual deeply dedicated to the nation and state. He was recognized for his unwavering commitment to integrity, good governance, professionalism, and consistently prioritizing public service. His demise is considered a profound loss for Indonesia, leaving a significant void in the efforts to strengthen governmental accountability.