25 March 2025
As iftar approaches, the atmosphere at Harita Nickel’s worksite becomes more vibrant. The aroma of traditional Ramadan delicacies fills the air, while employees gather around stalls offering a variety of takjil (light meals for breaking the fast). The Ramadan Takjil Festival 2025, organized by Harita Nickel, has become a highly anticipated event for both employees and local vendors.
For Insan Harita (Harita employees), the festival is more than just a place to purchase iftar snacks, it fosters a sense of community and enhances the Ramadan experience within the workplace. Syatriawan Lagura, an Insan Harita from PT Karunia Permai Sentosa (KPS), shared his appreciation for the initiative, emphasizing how it creates a warm and festive atmosphere despite being away from family.
“This festival brings excitement to the moments leading up to iftar. The variety of takjil available ensures that there is always something new to enjoy,” said Syatriawan. “Personally, I enjoy kue pelita, lalampa, panada, and es buah. A refreshing drink like es buah is essential after a full day of work and fasting,” he added.
Beyond enhancing employee engagement, the festival also delivers tangible economic benefits to local businesses. Rismiyati Fakaubun, a vendor from UMKM Desa Kawasi, highlighted the positive impact on small businesses in the region. Since early morning, she prepares a selection of North Maluku’s signature market snacks and fried delicacies to meet the high demand during the event.
“Alhamdulillah, since Harita Nickel introduced the Ramadan Takjil Festival, my sales have increased significantly. My products sell out daily, and my revenue continues to grow. This initiative has not only provided a great marketplace but also created a lively and supportive environment for local vendors,” said Rismiyati.
This year’s Ramadan Takjil Festival brings together 45 local vendors in collaboration with the company and contractors to provide iftar meals for more than 22,000 employees. Harita Nickel not only offers a strategic marketplace for these vendors but also ensures a comfortable and well-organized environment for both sellers and buyers.
Beyond the diverse selection of takjil, the festival fosters a lively atmosphere through interactions between employees and vendors. Many employees have their favorite go-to stalls, while some vendors become more familiar with customer preferences, allowing them to tailor their offerings. Some of the most popular items include fruit ice (es buah), traditional moist cakes (kue basah), and assorted fried snacks, which are consistently in high demand.
According to Windy Ashari, Community Development Supervisor at Harita Nickel, the initiative aims to support local economic growth while ensuring employees have easy access to quality and affordable iftar meals within the workplace.
“We want to make this Ramadan more meaningful, both for local vendors who benefit economically and for employees who can enjoy a comfortable iftar experience,” she stated.
Through the Ramadan Takjil Festival 2025, Harita Nickel not only contributes to the economic empowerment of local businesses but also fosters a warm and inclusive Ramadan atmosphere for its employees. This initiative will continue as part of the company’s commitment to supporting local economic development and maintaining a harmonious work environment that caters to employees’ well-being.
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