Kediri Regency Emblem

The Kediri Regency emblem consists of a five-pointed star, Ganesya Kediri, Mount Kelud, the Brantas River, agricultural land, rice and cotton, and a ribbon bearing an inscription. It represents Kediri Regency in East Java, Indonesia, through symbols associated with its cultural history, volcanic landscape, waterways, and agrarian character.

• Five-pointed star: The yellow star symbolizes Pancasila as the foundation and ideology of the Republic of Indonesia.
• Ganesya Kediri: The gray figure is depicted standing with four hands holding a vessel, an axe, and a rosary. It symbolizes knowledge, wisdom, and Kediri’s distinctive historical and cultural identity.
• Mount Kelud: The volcanic mountain symbolizes steadfastness, strength, and the fertility of the surrounding area influenced by volcanic activity.
• Brantas River: The river represents a lifeline, a source of prosperity, and water resources for local agriculture.
• Rice fields and farmland: These elements reflect the principal livelihood and substantial agricultural potential of the region.
• Rice and cotton: The pair symbolizes prosperity, community welfare, clothing, and food.
• Ribbon inscription: The ribbon carries “Canda Birawa”, described as the regional motto expressing a firm determination to develop the region through sacred and sincere unity.

The documented regional sesanti is “Canda Bhirawa”, while the ribbon inscription is recorded as “Canda Birawa”. The Kediri Regency emblem therefore combines a named regional sesanti with emblem elements that convey Pancasila, cultural identity, natural resources, and agricultural welfare.