Kawasi Village on Obi Island looked different from its usual days. Colorful costumes, lively music, dance performances, and the enthusiasm of participants filled the atmosphere. Amid their daily work routines, Insan Harita had the opportunity to perform, express their creativity, and enjoy a shared moment together through the 2026 Carnival Festival.
Carrying the theme “From Kawasi, We Embrace the World,” the Carnival Festival conveyed a message about the spirit of globalization growing from Obi. The theme also reflects how ideas, creativity, and potential emerging from Obi Island can reach beyond the island and make an impact on a wider stage.
The spirit was reflected in around 700 participants who joined 17 teams from various departments and mining contractors across Harita Nickel. With diverse backgrounds, each team brought its own concept to life through costumes, music, dance, and performances.
For the participants, the carnival became #CaranyaHarita a way to showcase interests and talents that may not always be visible in their daily routines. From developing concepts and preparing costumes to practicing together, every step became part of an experience that brought together different ideas and personalities.
PIC of the 2026 Carnival Festival, Ryan Monginsidi, said the event is an annual program that consistently provides employees with a space to showcase their ideas.
“The carnival is an annual event organized by PT Trimegah Bangun Persada and one of the most unique platforms, where employees can showcase their creative ideas through costumes, dance, and music,” Ryan said.
One of the standout concepts came from the Human Resource and General Affairs (HRGA) team through its theme, “The Civilization of the World.” The concept took the audience on a journey through human civilization, from traditional life in the past to modernization and the age of technology. Human Resource and General Affairs Foreman at Harita Nickel, Arthur Siwi, said the concept was inspired by the development of human civilization from the past to the modern era.
“Through this concept, the story we wanted to convey is that Obi Island is part of the journey of world civilization. Through the downstream processing of nickel ore, Obi is now connected to the world and has become part of the development of the global industry,” Arthur added.
The idea was brought to life through costumes, music, movement, and visual elements. The combination earned the HRGA team a place among the top three winners of the 2026 Carnival Festival.
Behind the achievement was a process that was equally meaningful. Team members exchanged ideas, shared responsibilities, and practiced together to build a strong sense of teamwork. These moments made the carnival more than just a performance; they became part of the shared experience of Insan Harita.
Harita Nickel Operations Director, Younsel Evand Roos, hopes that the spirit behind the Carnival Festival will continue to grow.
“I hope the Carnival Festival will not only serve as a place for Insan Harita to express their creativity and ideas, but also as a space to strengthen the bonds of togetherness among employees,” Younsel said.
With 17 teams taking part, the 2026 Carnival Festival became a celebration that brought different stories together on one stage. Through every concept and performance, Insan Harita showed how interests, talents, and a spirit of togetherness can come together in one meaningful moment.
From Kawasi, we embrace the world. Not only through the creativity showcased on stage, but also through the spirit of Insan Harita to keep creating, collaborating, and supporting one another. Let the spirit of the Carnival Festival continue in our daily lives, as we keep creating, keep collaborating, and together build positive energy in the spirit of “One Harita, Looking Out for One Another.”