Karawang Police Ready to Implement One-Way and Contra Flow Systems if Congestion Occurs During Mudik Season
The Karawang Police Traffic Unit (SATLANTAS), West Java, will implement one-way and contra flow systems if congestion occurs at several points during the 2026 Lebaran exodus and return journey. The Traffic Unit will also form a congestion management team and conduct three-axle vehicle inspections at Karawang Barat West Toll Gate, Karawang Timur, and Kalihurip.
To support security during the Lebaran exodus and return journey, Karawang Police will deploy 785 personnel supported by 17 checkpoints (pospam) distributed across toll roads and arterial routes during the 2026 Lebaran period.
“One-way and contra flow systems will be implemented if necessary. Special attention will also be given to congestion-prone points on arterial routes, such as Tanjungpura, Pendeuy Junction, Kartini Junction, Kosambi Market, and the North Coast Road,” said Karawang Police Chief, AKBP Fiki N. Ardiansyah, on Monday (9 March).
Chief AKBP Fiki N. Ardiansyah emphasised that Operation Ketupat Lodaya 2026 represents an effort to serve the public undertaking the Lebaran exodus.
“This operation should not be regarded as routine. Experience from Operation Lilin 2025 should become our foundation for performing our duties even better. I invite all stakeholders to continue coordinating and communicating intensively,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Karawang District Transportation Office (Dishub) has placed 140 personnel at three checkpoints on standby. Dishub Karawang is also providing free travel services for Karawang residents wishing to return to their hometowns.
Karawang District Transportation Head, Muhana, disclosed that the office will launch a free mudik programme by preparing 15 buses. “We will also focus on traffic management to facilitate vehicle movement,” he explained.
To ensure comfort and safety during the night of Takbiran, the Karawang Regional Government has requested district leaders to actively inspect road signs and street lighting fixtures (LPJU).
The local government will also take action against district leaders in areas where residents continue to hold parades using loud sound systems into the city centre.