Commemorating Galungan and Kuningan 2026: Welcoming Saka New Year 1948 University General
Denpasar, Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — Om Swastiastu
The entire academic community of the Political Science Study Program, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Udayana University, extends its warmest greetings on the occasion of Galungan and Kuningan, Saka New Year 1948, to all Hindus celebrating this sacred occasion.
Galungan and Kuningan are sacred celebrations rich in spiritual meaning and important values for life. These occasions provide an opportunity to reflect on the importance of upholding Dharma and overcoming Adharma, while strengthening our commitment to living with virtue, truth, and harmony.
Galungan is also a meaningful moment to strengthen relationships with family, communities, and others. The spirit of togetherness reflected in the celebration reminds us of the importance of maintaining harmonious relationships within a diverse society, where people come from different religious, cultural, and social backgrounds.
These values are also highly relevant in academic and social life. The commitment to upholding truth, respecting others, maintaining balance, and fostering harmonious relationships is essential in creating a peaceful and respectful environment. Diversity should be embraced as a strength that contributes to unity and strengthens our shared life.
For the academic community of the Political Science Study Program, Galungan and Kuningan also provide an opportunity for reflection and renewal. The celebration encourages us to cultivate tolerance, social awareness, and a sense of responsibility as members of society. The values of virtue can be expressed through meaningful actions, both within the academic environment and in our broader communities.
Through this sacred celebration, let us strengthen the spirit of Dharma, cultivate virtue, preserve harmony, and continue to bring peace into every aspect of our lives.
May Galungan and Kuningan bring peace, happiness, prosperity, and blessings to all Hindus celebrating. May Ida Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa continue to bestow His grace, guidance, and blessings upon us all.
Happy Galungan and Kuningan, Saka New Year 1948.
Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti Om.
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FACULTY OF SOCIAL AND POLITICAL SCIENCE