As Eid Approaches, West Java Regional Parliament Commission I Scrutinises Companies Defaulting on Holiday Bonuses

BANDUNG — Ahead of Eid al-Fitr celebrations, the Commission I of the West Java Regional Parliament is scrutinising companies that have defaulted on payments of Eid holiday bonuses (THR) to workers. Commission member Pradi Supriatna has requested that the West Java provincial government, through relevant agencies, strengthen oversight and take firm action against companies failing to meet these obligations.

According to Pradi, THR payments constitute a worker entitlement enshrined in legislation and must be fulfilled by employers. He believes the regional government must ensure all West Java companies comply with applicable regulations, particularly as Eid approaches when household expenses increase.

“THR is a worker’s right that must be paid by companies. We cannot allow companies to delay or default on THR payments, as this causes considerable hardship to workers, especially approaching Eid when household needs are higher,” Pradi said on Tuesday, 17 March 2026.

He added that the West Java provincial government, through relevant agencies, should establish in-person complaint counters for workers experiencing difficulties receiving their THR. Such complaint channels would enable workers to report companies failing to meet their obligations.

Pradi also encouraged the regional government to conduct intensive awareness campaigns with companies regarding THR payment obligations under applicable regulations. This step is important to prevent violations harming workers whilst maintaining conducive industrial relations.

“Oversight must be strengthened. If companies are found not paying THR as required, firm action must be taken in accordance with applicable regulations,” he stated.

Pradi hopes all West Java companies will fulfil their obligations, allowing workers to celebrate Eid more peacefully with their families. He emphasised that company compliance in paying THR represents both social responsibility and recognition of worker contributions.

Earlier, I Gusti Agung Kim Fajar Wiyati Oka, head of West Java’s Office of Manpower and Transmigration, reported that by Sunday, 15 March 2026, 157 companies had been reported by 194 complainants regarding THR issues. Complaints were filed through poskothr.kemnaker.go.id.

“Following complaint receipt, labour inspectors conduct company inspections to verify the accuracy of reports submitted,” Agung Kim said on Monday, 16 March 2026.