Over 12,000 vehicles have begun returning to Jakarta since Monday, signalling the start of the peak reverse flow for the 2026 Lebaran holiday, with authorities expecting around 285,000 vehicles to enter the Jabodetabek area via toll roads from tomorrow. PT Jasamarga Transjawa Tol has implemented measures such as additional toll gates and traffic distribution strategies at Cikampek Utama to manage congestion, while police plan one-way systems if needed. The government encourages the public to utilise Work From Anywhere (WFA) policies to stagger their return between 25 and 27 March, promoting wiser use of rest areas to ease the flow.

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) announced on Monday, 23 March 2026, that former Minister of Religious Affairs Yaqut Cholil Qoumas, suspected in the hajj quota corruption case, is being processed to return from house arrest to the KPK detention centre. This follows a comprehensive health examination conducted that afternoon, which will determine the next steps, amid public scrutiny over his detention status changes. The move comes after reports that Yaqut was absent from the detention centre during the 2026 Eid al-Fitr celebrations, raising questions among inmates and the public.

On the second day after Eid al-Fitr in 2026, Bakauheni Port in South Lampung recorded a significant rise in passenger and vehicle traffic during the return leg of the mudik exodus, with 51,751 passengers and 14,094 vehicles handled over 146 ferry trips. This represents increases of 30.5% in passengers and 45.3% in vehicles compared to the previous year, particularly notable in motorcycles (up 59.4%) and logistics vehicles (up 189.6%). The port management has implemented adaptive traffic controls, including vehicle rerouting and multi-dock operations, to ensure smooth and efficient services amid the surge, highlighting Indonesia's ongoing efforts to manage large-scale holiday migrations.

President Prabowo Subianto has firmly mandated that all foreign investors in Indonesia must commit to industrial downstream processing to enhance the value of national natural resources and reduce reliance on raw commodity exports. This policy, highlighted amid economic discussions with the United States, ensures that investments in mining and resource sectors include local processing facilities, adhering to national regulations and international market prices. The approach aims to strengthen domestic industry, attract quality investments, and boost national revenue, as exemplified by the long-standing operations of Freeport Indonesia.

Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali handled 595,000 passenger movements and 3,623 aircraft movements during the 10-day Lebaran transport period in 2026, marking a modest 4% and 5% growth respectively compared to the previous year. Operations ran smoothly with peak arrivals on March 18 and projected peak returns on March 28, supported by additional flights and festive events to enhance passenger experience. This reflects steady demand for air travel during Indonesia's major holiday, underscoring the airport's role in facilitating national mobility and tourism.

PT Angkasa Pura Aviasi, the operator of Kualanamu International Airport in North Sumatra, forecasts the peak of the post-Eid return traffic on 29 March 2026, with an estimated 26,495 passengers. During the outbound Eid travel period from 13 to 21 March 2026, the airport expects 208,030 passengers and has implemented anticipatory measures to ensure smooth operations. Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi urges travellers to avoid peak dates by returning to Jabotabek on 23 March using collective leave or between 25-27 March via the government's Work From Anywhere initiative.

PT Jasa Marga, the operator of the Cileunyi Toll Gate in Bandung Regency, is implementing proactive steps to manage the anticipated peak return traffic following the 2026 Lebaran holidays, expected on Tuesday, 24 March 2026, coinciding with the end of the joint leave period. Measures include ensuring availability of mobile readers and e-toll top-up facilities, preparing staff competence, and optimising seven toll booths with manual assistance. Traffic volumes at GT Cileunyi and GT Pasteur have already shown increases of 18.76% and 2.06% respectively compared to normal levels, with further rises predicted.