DIY Regional Council Urges Caution on Extreme Weather During Eid Holiday
The Chairperson of Commission A of the Yogyakarta Regional Council (DPRD DIY), Eko Suwanto, has emphasised the importance of realising a shared commitment for “safe and secure Eid celebrations and holidays” through cross-sectoral coordination to ensure regional preparedness for Eid al-Fitr in 2026.
“We have agreed to realise Eid celebrations and holidays that are safe and secure for all residents of Yogyakarta, travellers, and tourists,” said Eko on Thursday, 12 March.
Regarding disaster mitigation in the face of extreme weather during the Eid al-Fitr 1447 H holiday period, the public has been asked to remain vigilant against hydrometeorological factors. The Indonesian Meteorological Agency has forecasted cloudy conditions and the potential for heavy rainfall in several regions of Indonesia.
“It is essential that Yogyakarta residents, travellers, and tourists regularly monitor the latest information through the BMKG application. Public awareness of independent disaster mitigation is crucial so that travel and holidays are not disrupted by unexpected natural disasters,” said Eko.
Eko has urged the Yogyakarta provincial government to synchronise efforts and encourage participation from the community, the military (TNI), and police (Polri) in preparing and operating integrated service posts. These posts cover healthcare services, traffic management, and disaster security operations at various strategic locations.
He hopes that coordination between provincial government posts and those operated by community, military, and police elements will function seamlessly to serve residents, travellers, and tourists. “This integration is expected to make public services more effective, swift, and responsive to field challenges,” said Eko.
Regarding public services, Eko Suwanto has ensured that healthcare services in Yogyakarta will continue to operate fully despite the joint leave period. Health centres and hospitals, including both inpatient and outpatient services, have been placed on standby to address emergency needs.
Eko Suwanto also reminded travellers to proactively report vacant homes to local neighbourhood officials (RT/RW). The aim is to reduce the potential for criminal activity targeting empty homes during the mass exodus.
To address the surge in travel, the Central Java Provincial Government has begun operating an Integrated Eid 2026 Command Post from 13 March to 30 March 2026. The Indonesian Railways has deployed 150 additional personnel and additional mobile units (AMUS) to secure the Eid travel rush, with the Bandung operational division (Daop 2) identifying 55 high-risk disaster points. Basarnas Bali has launched a special Search and Rescue alert for Eid 2026, deploying 140 personnel at ports, airports, and tourist attractions for 17 days. The West Java Provincial Government has officially distributed compensation funds to thousands of minibus drivers affected by operational restrictions during the Eid travel period.