Lebaran 2026: National Fuel Supply Secure and Under Control
The Downstream Oil and Gas Regulatory Agency (BPH Migas) has confirmed that energy supplies, particularly fuel oil (BBM), remain stable across Indonesia during the Eid al-Fitr 1447 H holiday. As of 22 March 2026, national BBM stocks are in a highly adequate condition, covering both subsidised and non-subsidised fuels. Distribution from Pertamina’s BBM terminals to various petrol stations is proceeding smoothly without issues, ensuring the public is well-served.
BPH Migas Committee Member Fathul Nugroho emphasised that the public need not worry, as stocks are guaranteed to be secure. “The government, in line with directives from Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia, ensures the availability of stocks and BBM distribution, particularly by Pertamina Patra Niaga, remains resilient. Quality monitoring is conducted routinely, with results meeting government standards, so we hope the public feels safe and comfortable. BPH Migas also appreciates the performance of all Pertamina officers on 24-hour standby to secure BBM stocks and distribution,” he stated.
In addition to national monitoring, BPH Migas has ensured BBM supply resilience on Kalimantan Island is secure. Specifically in West Kalimantan, since the night of takbiran on 20 March 2026, BBM supplies to petrol stations have been increased as a follow-up to the National ESDM Sector Coordination Meeting for Ramadan & Eid al-Fitr (RAFI) 2026.
Several petrol stations in Pontianak City are also operating 24 hours to reduce queues. Based on monitoring as of 22 March 2026, vehicle queue conditions are gradually improving. “This step is expected to maintain public comfort, especially during the exodus and return flows,” Fathul explained.
According to West Kalimantan Sales Area Manager of Pertamina Patra Niaga, Widhi Tri Adhi Hidayat, BBM distribution in the West Kalimantan region as of 23 March 2026 is generally running safely and smoothly. Areas that previously experienced long queues due to demand spikes and panic buying are now gradually returning to normal.
“Queue conditions at various petrol stations in Pontianak City and Kubu Raya Regency are now normal, while in Mempawah Regency, Singkawang City, and Bengkayang Regency they are moderate, and efforts continue in Sambas Regency and Landak Regency to reduce relatively dense queues,” Widhi stated.
“During the task force period from 9–22 March, BBM distribution in West Kalimantan averaged 2,749 KL/day for Pertalite and Pertamax Series petrol (up 19.8% from normal, with a peak increase of 54% on 20 March) and 1,420 KL/day for Solar (down 3.7% from normal, with the highest increase of 20% on 18 March). PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Kalimantan Region ensures smooth supplies to petrol stations with additional tanker trucks and 24-hour operations at the Pontianak IT facility,” Widhi added.
Ahead of the return flow, BPH Migas reaffirmed that national BBM stocks are in a very secure condition. The public is urged to remain calm, avoid panic buying, and utilise the Pertamina Delivery Service (PDS) 135 for emergency fuel needs during travel.
In a separate statement, Corporate Secretary of Pertamina Patra Niaga, Roberth MV Dumatubun, conveyed that distribution strengthening in West Kalimantan continues comprehensively to ensure BBM availability remains maintained and services operate optimally.
“We reaffirm that BBM supplies in West Kalimantan continue to be increased and distributed maximally. With various efforts undertaken, the current situation is gradually conducive. We have also encouraged petrol station operators to maintain optimal operations and conduct stricter oversight to ensure public services are not disrupted,” Roberth said.
Pertamina Patra Niaga, together with local governments and law enforcement agencies, continues to strengthen coordination, including public outreach and crackdowns on hoarding practices and speculative activities that could disrupt distribution. Any indications of deviations will be firmly addressed in accordance with applicable regulations to ensure BBM is accessible fairly to the public. If the public encounters hoarding practices, they can report them via the Pertamina Contact Center 135.
Roberth emphasised that Pertamina Patra Niaga is fully committed to ensuring the public’s energy needs are met optimally across all regions of Indonesia.