Banyuwangi's Ramadan-Idulfitri Inflation Remains Stable, Lower Than East Java and National Levels
The inflation rate in Banyuwangi during March 2026 remained controlled despite coinciding with the Ramadan and Idulfitri holiday period, which typically drives up prices of various commodities. In fact, Banyuwangi’s inflation was recorded lower than that of East Java or the national level.
According to data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), inflation in Banyuwangi for March 2026 was recorded at 0.37 per cent. This figure is lower than East Java’s inflation of 0.38 per cent and the national inflation of 0.94 per cent for the same period.
The Banyuwangi Regent, Ipuk Fiestiandani, expressed appreciation for the collaboration of various parties in maintaining price stability during Ramadan and Idulfitri.
“This is thanks to the collaborative efforts of many parties who worked hard to maintain price stability, so Banyuwangi’s inflation remains controlled,” said Ipuk in a written statement on Thursday (9/4/2026).
Meanwhile, the Head of BPS Banyuwangi, Abdus Salam, explained that during Ramadan and leading up to Idulfitri, there were price increases in several basic commodities, as well as increased demand for liquefied petroleum gas, which also triggered price rises.
“Although there were price increases in certain commodities, Banyuwangi was still able to control its inflation rate during March,” said Salam.
He detailed that the March 2026 inflation, coinciding with Ramadan, was driven by price increases in several commodities such as broiler chicken, bird’s eye chillies, broiler eggs, and beef. These increases were triggered by rising public demand during the fasting month.
In addition, the very high demand for LPG until the end of March 2026 also caused price increases in various regions, in line with increased public needs and limited supply in the market.
“Recent global situations have also influenced local to national inflation. Among them is the rise in non-subsidised fuel prices due to the war in the Middle East,” he explained.
Nevertheless, Banyuwangi’s inflation remained controlled thanks to the active efforts of the local government together with various stakeholders in maintaining price stability. One of them is through the food task force that conducts direct monitoring in traditional markets and shopping centres to ensure stock availability and price stability.
In addition, the Banyuwangi Regional Inflation Control Team (TPID) also held affordable staple goods market operations in various sub-districts to help the public obtain basic needs at affordable prices.
“The Banyuwangi Regency Government also held special 3 kg LPG market operations at several points to address shortages and ensure the public obtains gas at regulated prices,” he stated.