Fuel and LPG Stocks Secure Ahead of Eid Exodus, Police Chief: No Need for Panic Buying
JAKARTA — National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo has urged the public not to engage in excessive purchasing (panic buying) of fuel (BBM) or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) ahead of the 2026 Eid exodus.
According to Sigit, the government has ensured that fuel and LPG supplies are in a secure state, so the public need not worry during their Eid travel. “Although we currently face a global situation that affects oil prices, the government ensures that our fuel and LPG reserves are adequate. Therefore, there is no need for panic buying—everything will be provided because our stocks are sufficient,” said the Police Chief following a mobilisation rally for Operation Ketupat 2026 at the National Monument area in Jakarta on Thursday (12 March 2026).
On the same occasion, Sigit announced that Operation Ketupat 2026 involves approximately 161,243 combined personnel from the Armed Forces (TNI), National Police (Polri), the Ministry of Transportation, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and various other stakeholders.
The security operation will run for 13 days and focuses on securing the Eid exodus and return traffic, including safeguarding Eid prayers and community activities at tourist destinations.
Sigit stated that this year’s migration security also takes into account the potential for extreme weather. According to forecasts from the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency, several regions may experience rainfall during the Eid migration period. Consequently, authorities have prepared contingency measures in case of disasters such as flooding or landslides.
Additionally, traffic engineering will be implemented on various routes to alleviate vehicle congestion during the exodus and return periods. These measures include contraflow systems, one-way traffic arrangements, and the use of traffic cones on toll roads and arterial routes.
At ferry crossings, officers will implement various management schemes, including buffer zones and departure systems based on vehicle arrival order.
He also reminded travellers to prioritise safety during their journeys. “Our advice to the public is to focus on security, be careful on the road, maintain safety, and we hope everyone can reach their homes safely, comfortably, and reunite with their families,” said Sigit.