After a divorce petition filed last December, former West Java Governor Ridwan kamil and his wife, atalia Praratya, have finalized their divorce, a Bandung court confirmed Wednesday[[1]], [[3]]. The split brings an end to a nearly three-decade marriage for the prominent political figures amidst a period of increased scrutiny for Kamil, who has also recently been linked to a defamation case[[2]] and a continuing graft probe.The amicable resolution, reached following mediation, marks a significant progress in a case that has garnered considerable public attention in indonesia.
Jakarta –
After a divorce petition filed in December 2025, Indonesian politician Ridwan Kamil and his wife, Atalia Praratya, have officially divorced, a Bandung court confirmed Wednesday.
The decision, handed down by the Bandung Religious Court, brings an end to nearly 29 years of marriage for the prominent couple. The case was heard electronically, with the final ruling delivered January 7, 2026.
Kamil confirmed the outcome of the proceedings in a statement, framing it as a matter of public accountability. “I, Ridwan Kamil, convey this statement as a form of moral responsibility and clarification to the public regarding the divorce decision with Atalia Praratya, which has been decided legally through a legal process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations,” he said.
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Kamil stated that the separation was reached amicably, following a period of mediation. “After a long process, including mediation conducted openly and in good faith, we both agreed that separating peacefully is the best course of action,” he explained. “This decision was made without any open conflict, pressure, or involvement of other parties.”
The divorce concludes a high-profile case that has drawn public attention in Indonesia. The couple’s agreement ensures a peaceful resolution to the proceedings.
More details on the case can be found here.
