The PLN Bali Fun Run 2025, a major community event, successfully took place on Sunday morning, November 16, at the Niti Mandala Renon Field in Denpasar. The event saw thousands of enthusiastic participants flagged off by Governor Wayan Koster, who was accompanied by Denpasar Deputy Mayor I Kadek Arya Wibawa.
More than just a 5K race promoting physical activity, this significant event carried a profound social mission. It served as a powerful platform for fundraising, with all proceeds dedicated to providing free electricity connections for underprivileged communities in need across Bali.
Governor Koster expressed his deep appreciation and full support for PLN’s commendable social initiative. Demonstrating his unwavering commitment, he actively participated in the run alongside the participants, symbolizing his dedication to programs that directly impact the well-being of the community.
“I joined the PLN fun run this time. Beyond maintaining health, this event is about raising funds so that less fortunate customers can enjoy electricity,” stated Governor Koster, highlighting the dual benefits of the gathering.
He further elaborated on the immediate impact: “From the fundraising efforts, Rp 150 million was collected, which is sufficient to install electricity for 58 households. This initiative is excellent and needs to be conducted regularly to ensure that underprivileged communities, even in remote villages, can access electricity services. Let’s continue this momentum.” This call underscores the importance of sustained efforts to achieve broader energy equity.
The charitable component of the event is integral to Light up the Dream (LUTD), a comprehensive PLN program designed to assist disadvantaged residents in obtaining free electricity connections. Conveniently, all ticket sales for the Fun Run were facilitated through the user-friendly PLN Mobile application, ensuring wide accessibility and efficient fundraising.
Eric Rossi Priyo Nugroho, General Manager of PLN UID Bali, conveyed his sincere gratitude for the public’s overwhelming enthusiasm, which saw the activity area bustling with people from early morning. He noted, “The participants’ enthusiasm proves that sports can be a powerful medium to ignite a spirit of heroism while simultaneously strengthening social solidarity.”
Beyond the core 5K run, the PLN Bali Fun Run 2025 offered a vibrant array of activities, creating a truly festive atmosphere. Attendees enjoyed collective zumba sessions, explored a bustling local MSME bazaar, and were entertained by live music, alongside various other engaging activities.
As a token of appreciation from PLN, all registered participants received an exclusive race pack, which included a stylish jersey, a reusable tumbler, and a commemorative finisher medal, adding to their memorable experience.
With a remarkable donation achievement of Rp 150 million, the event is envisioned to become a routine annual agenda. It aims to continuously synergize the collective energy of the community, government, and PLN in their shared mission to foster the prosperity of Bali’s residents, particularly those who have yet to benefit from essential electricity services.
Summary
The PLN Bali Fun Run 2025, held on November 16 in Denpasar, successfully gathered thousands of participants, including Governor Wayan Koster. This 5K race was organized with a significant social mission: to raise funds for providing free electricity connections to underprivileged families across Bali. All proceeds from ticket sales, facilitated via the PLN Mobile app, were dedicated to this cause.
The event successfully raised Rp 150 million, which is sufficient to install electricity for 58 households as part of PLN’s Light up the Dream (LUTD) program. Governor Koster praised this initiative, emphasizing its importance for ensuring energy access even in remote villages. The Fun Run is envisioned as a routine annual event to continue fostering community and government synergy for Bali’s residents.
