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TAREK PUKAT
SD
By SALMA DWI RAHMAN
16 September 2026
Characters
Acehnese fishermen are performing TAREK PUKAT (a traditional net pulling practice) alongside local residents who are helping out.
Setting
This story unfolds on the coast of Aceh, amidst the sea, sand, boats, and a gathering crowd.
Conflict
Fishermen must contend with waves, ocean currents, and the weight of their nets, while working hard to secure a catch.
Ending
The fishermen successfully hauled in their nets and secured a catch. The moral values embodied in this are cooperation, mutual assistance, and cultural preservation.
Reflection
"Tarek Pukat is a tradition practiced collectively by fishermen in the coastal communities of Aceh. With great enthusiasm, they haul nets from the sea to the shore, battling against the waves and the immense weight of the nets. This tradition serves not only as a means of harvesting the sea's bounty but also reflects values of mutual cooperation, togetherness, and hard work, while embodying the preservation of Acehnese culture."