All government hospitals and health centres damaged by hydrometrological disasters affecting Aceh, North Sumatra and West Sumatra in late 2025 have fully resumed operations, with only 21 health clinics remaining under repair. The Acceleration Task Force for Rehabilitation and Reconstruction reports that 3,476 health facilities were impacted, and the Health Ministry deployed emergency response teams and financial assistance for affected healthcare workers whose homes were damaged. The government also disbursed housing repair funds ranging from 15 million to 60 million Indonesian rupiah depending on damage severity, alongside additional welfare support for healthcare workers.

Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has reported to President Prabowo Subianto that coal stocks for coal-fired power plants (PLTU) average 14 days of supply, refuting claims of critically low reserves. The Ministry is implementing mandatory domestic market obligations (DMO) for coal producers and plans to enforce a ministerial decree requiring all coal producers to prioritise domestic demand before exporting, reaffirming that coal resources remain state property rather than corporate assets.

Pertamina Patra Niaga is offering a double points promotion on its MyPertamina digital application throughout 2026, with customers earning twice the points on Saturdays and Sundays without minimum transaction requirements. The promotion covers fuel purchases, gas refills, shopping at Bright Store, dining at Bright Cafe, lubricant purchases, and electric vehicle charging, representing the company's commitment to enhancing digital transaction experience and customer loyalty.

Bali's Ombudsman office has raised concerns about transparency in the management of foreign tourist levy (PWA) funds by the provincial government, which are currently under investigation by the Attorney General's office. The Ombudsman has identified potential maladministration issues including procedural irregularities, service delays, and inadequate levy voucher verification mechanisms, and has recommended the provincial tourism department strengthen governance standards and complaint handling procedures.

Masjid Cut Meutia in central Jakarta's Menteng district is a converted colonial-era Dutch building originally constructed in 1912 as the office of an architectural and development firm. General AH Nasution proposed converting the structure into a mosque during his tenure as head of the Temporary People's Consultative Assembly (MPRS) to serve the religious needs of the surrounding community, with the official conversion formalised through a gubernatorial decree in 1987.

President Prabowo Subianto has urged the government to implement fuel-saving measures, including work-from-home policies, to mitigate the impact of potential global energy price increases stemming from geopolitical instability in Europe and the Middle East. Drawing on Pakistan's energy crisis response measures, Prabowo highlighted how remote working arrangements and other efficiency measures could significantly reduce fuel consumption whilst maintaining productivity, citing Indonesia's experience during the COVID-19 pandemic as evidence.

Indonesia's Ministry of Transport has revealed that over 5,000 buses out of 40,000 inspected have failed roadworthiness checks ahead of the Eid 2026 holiday travel season. The ministry is urging the public to avoid unroadworthy vehicles and has directed travellers to use the MitraDarat application to verify bus safety compliance before booking journeys.

President Prabowo Subianto has warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East between the US-Israel alliance and Iran will likely impact Indonesia's fuel prices and food costs. He has called for proactive measures including fuel consumption reduction and stated that the government has plans to accelerate alternative fuel sources, whilst Pertamina is diversifying oil imports from regions including Africa and the United States.

The Gianyar Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) has deployed personnel and equipment to assist with flash flood response in Banjar District, Buleleng, as part of inter-regional solidarity efforts across Bali. Dozens of personnel have been sent with cleaning equipment including wheelbarrows, chainsaws, water sprayers, and shovels to remove debris, mud, and other flood-related materials obstructing community activities. The agency stated that conditions in the affected area are improving and cleanup operations continue to enable residents to resume normal activities.

Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia reported to President Prabowo that Indonesia's national fuel reserves are above the minimum threshold set by government, with most fuel types exceeding their required levels. The fuel reserves range between 21 to 23 days of supply, with Pertamina Dex diesel and Pertamax Turbo petrol showing particularly strong reserves of 46 and 31 days respectively, ensuring adequate supply for the Ramadan and Eid holidays.

Pertamina has implemented comprehensive strategies to ensure uninterrupted fuel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distribution during the Eid holiday period, deploying 309 petrol stations operating 24 hours, 1,033 emergency LPG agents, and multiple contingency supply points across traffic corridors and tourist destinations. The state-owned energy company has optimised storage tank capacity, established early-morning delivery schedules, and coordinated with the Indonesian Navy to address potential disruptions from adverse weather conditions and natural disasters. Pertamina's multi-modal distribution approach includes using small tanker vessels to reach remote areas such as the Karimunjawa Islands, ensuring energy security throughout the archipelago during peak holiday demand.

Astra has announced its preparations for the 2026 Eid holiday travel season, deploying over 1,600 technicians and integrated services across major travel routes nationwide. The initiative, now in its 16th year, will provide roadside assistance, emergency support, and rest facilities for both two-wheeler and four-wheeler users from 17–28 March 2026.

Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS), was attacked with caustic acid on 12 March 2026, an incident he believes is retaliation for his activism. The attack followed his prior disruption of a closed-door parliamentary session on the revised National Armed Forces Bill (RUU TNI) at the Fairmont Hotel in March 2025, where he and civil society coalition members stormed the meeting to protest the non-transparent legislative process. Yunus sustained severe burns covering 24 per cent of his body and this latest assault marks an escalation following earlier intimidation tactics against KontraS.

West Java's Transportation Agency has identified multiple non-toll routes expected to experience congestion during the 2026 Lebaran holiday period and is implementing traffic management measures including U-turn closures, odd-even systems, and mobile toll readers. The agency has also designated 17 alternative routes across northern, central, and southern West Java regions to help distribute traffic and reduce congestion on major corridors.

Indonesia's Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced that the country will increase LPG imports from Australia, with two cargoes arriving this weekend and two more on 28 March, as part of a diversification strategy to secure domestic supply amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The minister reported that national LPG reserves currently stand at 15.66 days, exceeding the minimum safety threshold, and assured that fuel supplies remain secure through to April.

Indonesia's Anti-Corruption Commission (KPK) sealed two offices in Cilacap Regional Secretariat complex following a sting operation that arrested the Regent of Cilacap, Syamsul Auliya Rachman, and 26 other officials on suspicion of receiving bribes from projects in the district. The sealed rooms are those of the Regional Secretary and Deputy Regional Secretary, with the arrested individuals undergoing initial questioning at the Banyumas Police Headquarters.

Indonesia's Ministry of Social Affairs will transfer management of the nation's Heroes' Cemeteries (TMP) to the Defence Ministry effective 1 April 2026, with Social Affairs Minister Gus Ipul citing insufficient institutional capacity. The transfer follows a direct presidential directive from President Prabowo Subianto aimed at strengthening preservation, oversight, and national values compliance across Indonesia's 216 national war graves.

Indonesia's Minister of Human Rights Natalius Pigai has condemned the acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of KontraS (Commission for the Disappeared and Victims of Violence), and called for a swift police investigation to uncover the perpetrators and their motives. The government has pledged to ensure legal certainty and protect the human rights of all citizens in response to the violent assault.

Thousands of demonstrators from Islamic activist groups staged simultaneous protests in Surabaya and Makassar on Friday, calling for the Indonesian government to withdraw from the Board of Peace (BOP), which they view as a tool legitimising Israeli actions. Organisers criticised the government for ambivalence on the issue, citing economic concerns including potential tariff penalties whilst demanding Indonesia take a firm stance on Palestinian independence and reject what they termed "BOP diplomacy."

President Prabowo Subianto has instructed Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri Wardhana to actively engage in field promotion of Indonesia's tourism destinations. During a Cabinet meeting at the State Palace on Friday, Prabowo also mandated all Cabinet ministers to ensure smooth services during the Lebaran exodus period, including improvements to rest areas, ports, airports, and railway stations, whilst maintaining stable supplies of fuel, electricity, and internet connectivity.

Jakarta provincial legislator Kevin Wu has called for enhanced security measures in residential areas during the mudik (homecoming) exodus ahead of Eid al-Fitr, emphasising the need for coordination between provincial authorities, security forces, and local community leaders. Wu urged residents who remain in Jakarta to maintain solidarity whilst warning travellers to prioritise safety over speed on their journeys home.

President Prabowo Subianto has instructed the government to implement proactive measures to reduce fuel consumption and is considering work-from-home (WFH) policies as precautionary steps against potential global crises. Drawing parallels with measures adopted by countries like Pakistan, Prabowo proposed various cost-saving initiatives including reduced office attendance, shorter work weeks, and cuts to government expenditure, whilst emphasising the need to prepare for geopolitical uncertainties in the Middle East and Europe that could impact global oil prices and food security.

Andrie Yunus, Vice Coordinator of KontraS (Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence), sustained chemical burns to his right eye, chest, and wrists after two unidentified assailants allegedly threw caustic liquid on him on 12 March 2026 in Jakarta. Jakarta Central Police are investigating the incident using scientific methods to identify the perpetrators and determine their motives, whilst Yunus remains hospitalised for treatment.

The Indonesian Anti-Corruption Commission (KPK) has sealed two offices at the Cilacap Regional Secretariat following a dawn raid operation that resulted in the arrest of Cilacap Regent Syamsul Auliya Rachman and 26 other officials. The arrests are linked to allegations of bribery connected to projects undertaken in Cilacap Regency in Central Java, with the KPK conducting preliminary investigations to determine charges within the legally mandated 24-hour period.

The Gunungkidul District Environmental Services Department has stated that it has not yet received an environmental permit for On The Rock, a tourism development at Drini Beach. The district's Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services Office confirms that On The Rock is still undergoing the spatial planning compliance permitting process, which must be completed before environmental and building permits can be issued. Officials from the Land and Spatial Planning Service indicate that the project is awaiting technical approval from the National Land Agency.

The Buleleng Regency in Bali is facing an estimated tens of billions of rupiah in recovery costs following flash floods in Banjar and Seririt districts, with initial funding drawn from the government's contingency fund. The regent is mobilising corporate social responsibility programmes from local businesses to address immediate humanitarian needs such as clean water, kitchen supplies, and bedding, whilst longer-term infrastructure rehabilitation for roads, bridges, and public facilities will require separate budgeting. Heavy equipment has been deployed to clear mud and debris from affected areas as the district prioritises urgent relief ahead of the Nyepi and Eid celebrations.

The Indonesian Government, through the Ministry of Transportation and the Directorate General of Railways, has launched the Free Motorcycle Homecoming (Motis) programme for the 2026 Eid holiday period, transporting 11,900 motorcycles and 28,196 passengers from 13-19 March with return services from 24-30 March. The initiative offers a safer alternative for long-distance travellers by allowing them to deposit their motorcycles (limited to 200cc) on trains whilst continuing their journey as passengers, now expanded to three major routes including the newly added Southern Route.

Indonesia's military headquarters has reactivated the position of Chief of Territorial Staff (Kaster) TNI, which was abolished approximately 25 years ago, as part of organizational restructuring. The position, which will be filled by Lieutenant General Bambang Trisnohadi, is intended to help the TNI Commander formulate territorial policy and adapt to evolving operational challenges. The reactivation follows broader institutional reforms within the Indonesian Armed Forces involving the reassignment of 27 senior and 8 mid-ranking officers.

The Indonesian National Human Rights Commission (Komnas HAM) has condemned an acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS), describing it as a violation of the right to security guaranteed by the 1945 Constitution. The attack occurred on 12 March 2026 when two unidentified assailants on a motorcycle sprayed acid on Yunus as he travelled home from a human rights advocacy event, inflicting burns on approximately 24 percent of his body. Komnas HAM has called for an independent police investigation and urged the Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK) to provide protection and support to the victim.

PT TASPEN (Persero) is distributing 9,500 food packages containing rice, cooking oil, sugar, and tea to Grade I-II civil servants (ASN) and the general public across Indonesia ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2026 as part of its corporate social responsibility programme. The initiative, formally launched by TASPEN's Operational Director Tribuna Phitera Djaja at the Ministry of Home Affairs, aims to help ease the financial burden on low-income state employees during the festive season. This year's distribution builds on previous years' efforts, with TASPEN having distributed 9,000 packages in 2024 and 7,661 packages in 2025.

PT Pupuk Kalimantan Timur (Pupuk Kaltim), a state-owned enterprise, has reaffirmed its commitment to innovation as the primary driver of company growth and competitiveness, receiving the BUMN Award 2026 for Best Business Innovation in the Platinum category. The company is implementing initiatives ranging from operational efficiency improvements and business process digitalisation to product development and diversification, including breakthrough engineering for ammonia production optimisation and integrated digital systems such as iPerform, iPortlog, and iSmart. Pupuk Kaltim is also pursuing strategic expansion projects, including a soda ash plant expected to commence operations in 2028 with an annual production capacity of 300,000 tonnes.

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has confirmed that discussions regarding debt restructuring for the Indonesia-China High-Speed Railway (Whoosh) project have been concluded, with the government's decision to be announced by President Prabowo Subianto. Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono stated that the government is pursuing the extension of the Whoosh project to East Java in parallel whilst awaiting the financial restructuring of the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway operator.

Indonesia's Attorney General's Office is considering filing a cassation appeal against the acquittal of Delpedro Marhaen, director of Lokataru Foundation, and three others, who were cleared of charges related to inciting demonstrations that turned violent in August 2023. The decision to potentially appeal hinges on the fact that the case was processed under the old Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP), though legal experts have questioned whether such an appeal is permissible under the new KUHAP, which generally prohibits cassation appeals against acquittals.

A Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS), Andrie Yunus, was attacked with corrosive acid by an unknown assailant in Jakarta, suffering severe burns to his face, eyes, chest, and hands. A member of the parliamentary Commission III from the PKB faction condemned the attack as an attempted murder and form of intimidation against human rights defenders, calling on police to swiftly identify and prosecute the perpetrator and any intellectual architects behind the planned assault.

The Cimahi City government, led by Deputy Mayor Adhitia Yudisthira, conducted surprise inspections of traditional and modern markets on 13 March 2026 to verify food commodity stocks and prices ahead of Eid al-Fitr. Prices were found to be stable, with rice ranging from Rp 13,500 to Rp 14,500 per kilogram, eggs at Rp 31,000 per kilogram, and chicken at Rp 39,000-Rp 40,000, with the city assuring adequate supplies and implementing price stabilisation programmes including the Cheap Food Movement and rice assistance schemes.

Visinema has formally clarified that its acquisition of intellectual property rights to the popular Indonesian animated series Nussa was completed in 2023, following renewed public discussion sparked by co-founder Aditya Triantoro's appearance on a podcast. The company emphasised that Nussa is a collective creative work of hundreds of talented Indonesians and remains committed to continuing production and development of the morally-focused animated content that has amassed over 12 million YouTube subscribers since its 2018 launch.

Indonesia's Criminal Investigation Directorate has uncovered an illegal gold trafficking and money laundering scheme involving approximately Rp 25.9 trillion in transactions between 2019 and 2025, with gold sourced from unlicensed mining operations in West Kalimantan and West Papua. Three suspects have been formally charged with both trafficking unlicensed gold and money laundering offences, with evidence seized including 51.3 kilograms of gold bars, jewellery, and cash totalling Rp 7.13 billion. The investigation utilises a "semi-standalone money laundering" approach, enabling prosecution of money laundering offences independently of proving the underlying predicate offence of illegal gold trading in court.

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto presented three worst-case scenarios to President Prabowo showing Indonesia's state budget deficit could rise above the legally mandated 3 percent threshold, reaching between 3.18 and 4.06 percent of GDP due to Middle Eastern conflict and rising crude oil prices. The calculations account for various oil price levels, rupiah exchange rates, and economic growth forecasts, with Airlangga suggesting the current 3 percent deficit ceiling would be difficult to maintain without cutting government spending or economic growth.

Indonesia's Minister for Human Rights Natalius Pigai has condemned an acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS), stating that the state will not tolerate such violence or criminality. Yunus suffered 24 percent burns in the assault on 12 March and was receiving medical treatment, whilst the minister called on police to investigate thoroughly and demanded accountability to protect civil society activists who serve as crucial checks on state power.

Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf (Gus Ipul) held a gathering with all ministry staff ahead of Eid al-Fitr, emphasising the importance of cross-departmental solidarity and aligned execution of presidential mandates. The ministry, in partnership with Bank Negara Indonesia, distributed prayer equipment packages to 1,000 students from Sekolah Rakyat (People's Schools) across Jakarta, Bogor, Bekasi, and Tangerang, with Gus Ipul highlighting three key mandates: DTSEN updating, Sekolah Rakyat expansion, and targeted social assistance.

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto has warned that maintaining Indonesia's national budget deficit below 3 per cent is untenable due to the escalating Iran-Israel conflict and its impact on global crude oil prices. According to various scenarios presented to the cabinet, a ten-month conflict could drive oil prices to $115 per barrel, potentially widening the fiscal deficit to 4.06 per cent and stalling economic growth, whilst the Energy Ministry is exploring crude oil imports from the United States.

President Prabowo has called for proactive fuel consumption measures and instructed the government to consider work-from-home arrangements as Indonesia braces for potential global economic fallout from conflicts in Europe and the Middle East. Drawing on examples from Pakistan's austerity measures, the President outlined possible conservation strategies including reduced office days, restrictions on government vehicle use, and suspension of non-essential expenditure, whilst emphasising that Indonesia's fiscal stability depends on disciplined budget management and reduced fuel consumption.

Indonesia's National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas) has warned that several regions, particularly on Java, face potential water crises during the extended 2026 dry season, which is projected to be drier than 2025. Key affected areas include Jakarta, East Java, West Java, and cities such as Medan and Makassar, with water demand expected to surge 31% by 2045 whilst agricultural irrigation currently consumes 80% of national water supplies. The government is implementing water resource conservation programmes including watershed rehabilitation, irrigation system improvements, and multipurpose dam construction as part of its water self-sufficiency initiative.

Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia reported to President Prabowo Subianto that Indonesia does not import finished petroleum fuel products from the Middle East, importing only crude oil at approximately 20% of total imports, with finished products sourced from neighbouring Southeast Asian countries. The minister highlighted that domestic production capacity has improved through biodiesel blending programmes and the newly inaugurated Balikpapan Refinery Development Master Plan project, which is projected to reduce petrol imports by 5.5 million tonnes and diesel by 3.5 million tonnes annually.

PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo) has projected a 39.7 per cent decrease in passenger movement at Benoa Port in Bali during the 2026 Lebaran holiday period, with only 4,480 passengers expected compared to 7,424 in 2025. The decline is due to vessel redeployment to high-demand routes, particularly between Kalimantan and Java, as several ships normally serving the Benoa route have been reassigned. Pelindo is implementing enhanced terminal facilities, coordination measures, and operational personnel to ensure safe and comfortable services during the holiday period.

PT Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (Pelni), alongside BP BUMN and the Ministry of Transportation, conducted operational inspections of the KM Dobonsolo vessel at Tanjung Priok Port to ensure safe and comfortable travel for 1,495 passengers during the 1446 Hijriah Eid holiday period. The inspection exemplifies close collaboration between Pelni, BP BUMN, and the Transportation Ministry in guaranteeing safe and comfortable travel, with safety being prioritised as the primary pillar of Pelni's operations.

Indonesia's Ministry of Transport has officially launched a unified command centre for the 2026 Eid holiday transportation season, designed to coordinate inter-agency efforts and ensure safe and smooth travel for approximately 143.9 million people expected to travel during the period. The centre, which opened on 13 February 2026 at the Ministry's headquarters in Jakarta, will operate until 30 March 2026 and coordinate operations across 1,560 transport nodes and networks to manage the annual mudik (homecoming) migration effectively.

The United States' gross domestic product growth for the fourth quarter of the previous year was revised downward to 0.7 per cent annually, significantly lower than the initial estimate of 1.4 per cent, due to corrections in consumer spending and business investment. The downward revision was further compounded by lower government expenditure, reduced export growth, and the effects of a 43-day federal government shutdown—the longest in US history. Domestic demand indicators also weakened, with final sales to private domestic purchasers growing at only 1.9 per cent annually, down from an initial estimate of 2.4 per cent.

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport has activated four Lebaran travel service posts from 13-30 March 2026 to manage projected passenger traffic exceeding 3 million during the holiday period. The airport expects a 2.22 per cent increase in passenger movements and a 3.43 per cent rise in flight operations compared to 2025, with peak outbound traffic on 18 March and return traffic on 28 March. The airport has deployed 7,832 operational personnel across multiple service points to ensure safe, comfortable operations.

Police in Depok, West Java have arrested a 51-year-old man (LE) for defrauding residents using a money-doubling scheme that involved conducting rituals in darkened rooms with inappropriate conduct. The suspect, who victimised at least three people and caused losses totalling 87 million rupiah, claimed he could multiply deposits of 30 million rupiah or more into 16 billion rupiah within 41 to 100 days, and now faces fraud and counterfeiting charges carrying a maximum 10-year prison sentence.