Gas Pipeline Leak in Bekasi's Kranji Due to Pedestrian Project, PGN Isolates Network

Bekasi, KOMPAS.com - PT Perusahaan Gas Negara Tbk (PGN) has isolated the affected network following a disruption in the natural gas distribution system along Jalan Nangka Raya in Kranji Village, Bekasi Barat District, Bekasi City on Friday, 29 May 2026.

The disruption is suspected to have been caused by excavation work for a pedestrian improvement project by Bekasi City’s Public Works and Water Resources Department (DBMSDA), which struck PGN’s gas pipeline.

“PGN is currently isolating the affected network and conducting further technical measures to ensure the system remains safe,” said Area Head of PGN Bekasi, Liestya Heryani Devi, in a statement on Friday.

She explained that PGN received reports of a suspected disruption in the natural gas distribution system along Jalan Nangka Raya on Friday afternoon. In response, PGN’s operational team was immediately dispatched to the site to inspect and secure the area.

“PGN’s operational team also implemented safety and operational procedures during the response,” said Liestya.

“Initial monitoring indicates the situation is now under control,” she added.

Earlier, a high-pressure gas and water spout reaching approximately five metres in height had caused alarm among residents and road users in the Perumnas 1 area along Jalan Nangka Raya, Kranji Village, Bekasi Barat District.

Muhammad Syaifulloh, Commander of Platoon 6, Company C of Bekasi City’s Fire and Rescue Department (Disdamkarmat), stated that the leak originated from a PGN pipeline situated above a drainage channel. He added that a pipeline belonging to Bekasi City’s Tirta Patriot Regional Enterprise (Perumda) was also present at the scene, but was confirmed to be safe after inspection.

Firefighters received the gas pipeline leak report at approximately 2:35 PM WIB. Within five minutes of receiving the report, responders arrived on-site to manage the situation.