Lebaran Return Flow: Pertamina West Java Ensures Availability of Fuel and LPG Supplies

PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional West Java (JBB) has ensured that fuel and LPG supplies are well available up to the Lebaran return flow in 2026. They state that the needs for fuel and LPG for the public remain optimally fulfilled to support public mobility and household needs after Lebaran.

Area Manager for Communication, Relations & CSR at Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional JBB, Susanto August Satria, said that the Lebaran return flow in 2026 shows a significant increase, especially in the West Java region and surrounding areas. He mentioned that based on predictions, the peak return flow is estimated to occur on 23-24 and 28-29 March 2026.

Susanto said that during the period of 9-26 March 2026, there is an increase in fuel distribution in the JBB Region. Gasoline products rose by 19.2 percent from normal conditions, while Gasoil products fell by 20.1 percent in connection with the Joint Decree (SKB) on Road Traffic Regulation and Crossing During the Mudik and Return Flow Period of Lebaran Transport 2026/1447.

Furthermore, LPG products increased by 0.3 percent compared to normal conditions. Nevertheless, the energy stock conditions in the JBB Region are ensured to be in a safe and sufficient state.

“The increase in demand for fuel and LPG is said to be a normal thing accompanied by the high flow of vehicles passing during the return flow and the household needs of the public after Lebaran,” he said on Thursday (26/3/2026).