Karlinah Atmadja
Karlinah Atmadja | |
|---|---|
Karlinah in 1983 | |
| Second Lady of Indonesia | |
| In role 11 March 1983 – 11 March 1988 | |
| Vice President | Umar Wirahadikusumah |
| Preceded by | Nelly Adam Malik |
| Succeeded by | Ratu Emma Norma |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Karlinah Djaja Atmadja 30 July 1930 |
| Died | 6 October 2025 (aged 95) Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Resting place | Kalibata Heroes' Cemetery |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 2 |
| Parents |
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| Alma mater | Alliance Française |
| Occupation | Activist |
| Awards | Star of Mahaputera, 2nd Class Satyalancana Kebaktian Sosial |
Karlinah Djaja Atmadja Wirahadikusumah (30 July 1930 – 6 October 2025) was an Indonesian social activist. She served as second lady of Indonesia (1983–1988).
As the spouse of a high-ranking state official, Karlinah was active in various social and community organizations and was notably dedicated to social welfare issues. For her service and devotion, the Indonesian government awarded her the Satyalancana Kebaktian Sosial (Social Welfare Merit Medal) in 1982 and the Star of Mahaputera in 1987.
Biography
Karlinah was born in Bandung on 30 July 1930 to Raden Djajaatmadja and Nani.[1][2]
In 1956, while working at the Central Treasury Office in Bandung, Karlinah met Lieutenant Colonel Umar Wirahadikusumah, then commander of the 10th Siliwangi Regiment. The meeting was arranged by a relative. Within three months of their first meeting, the couple married on 2 February 1957.[3] Her husband went on to serve as the 4th Vice President of Indonesia from 1983 to 1988 on 2 February 1957.[4][2]
Throughout her life, she was active in various social organizations related to social problems in the community. Karlinah held several leadership roles in organizations such as Persit Kartika Chandra Kirana (the Army wives' association), Ria Pembangunan, and the National Handicraft Council (Dekranas). She was also known for her advocacy for children with disabilities, founding the Pantara Foundation in 1994. She was awarded the Satyalancana Kebaktian Sociale award in 1982, and the Star of Mahaputera in 1987.[5]
Atmadja died in Jakarta on 6 October 2025, at the age of 95 at the Gatot Soebroto Army Hospital in Jakarta due to a lung condition.[6][7] She was buried on the same day at the Kalibata Heroes Cemetery in South Jakarta.[7]
Honours
Karlinah received several national and international honors during her lifetime:[5]
National honours
- Star of Mahaputera, 2nd Class (Adipradana) – 10 August 1987[8][9]
- Satyalancana Kebaktian Sosial (Social Welfare Merit Medal) – 1982
- Lencana Melati – Indonesian Scouting Movement
International honours
- Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany – 1984
- Grand Cordon (1st Class) of the Supreme Order of the Renaissance – 1986
References
- ^ Mediakarya: majalah bulanan Dewan Pimpinan Pusat Golongan Karya (in Indonesian). DPP Golkar. 1986.
- ^ a b Akashi, Nur Umar. "Profil Karlinah Atmadja, Istri Wapres ke-4 Umar Wirahadikusumah Wafat Hari Ini". detik.com. Detik. Retrieved 9 October 2025.
- ^ PDAT (2004). "Apa dan Siapa Tempo". Tempo. Archived from the original on 31 October 2016. Retrieved 24 August 2015.
- ^ "Ahmad Abdul Haq – Denpasar, Indonesia". ahmad.web.id. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ^ a b Janarto, Herry Gendut (17 May 2013). Karlinah Umar Wirahadikusumah Bukan Sekedar Istri Prajurit (in Indonesian). Gramedia Pustaka Utama. ISBN 978-602-03-5569-6.
- ^ Akashi, Nur Umar. "Profil Karlinah Atmadja, Istri Wapres ke-4 Umar Wirahadikusumah Wafat Hari Ini". detikjateng (in Indonesian). Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ^ a b "Kabar Duka, Istri Wapres ke-4 Umar Wirahadikusumah Wafat". detikNews. 6 October 2025. Retrieved 6 October 2025.
- ^ Daftar WNI yang Mendapat Tanda Kehormatan Bintang Mahaputera tahun 1959 s.d. 2003 (PDF). Retrieved 3 September 2021.
- ^ DPP Golkar, Indonesia (1986). Mediakarya: Majalah Bulanan Dewan Pimpinan Pusat Golongan Karya – Edisi 31-52. Indonesia: Golongan Karya (Organization) Central Board. p. 44.
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