Majority of Traditional Markets in Disaster-Affected Areas Resume Operations
Trade Minister Budi Santoso has stated that 91.75 per cent of traditional markets affected by natural disasters in West Sumatra, North Sumatra, and Aceh have resumed operations as of mid-February 2026.
The statement was delivered on 18 February 2026 during a coordination meeting with the House of Representatives (DPR) and the Task Force for the Acceleration of Post-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction in Sumatra, held at the DPR building in Jakarta. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Speaker of the DPR, Sufmi Dasco Ahmad.
The government has recorded 194 traditional markets and 18,065 traders affected by the disasters. Of the 194 markets, 95 units sustained minor damage, 41 units moderate damage, and 58 units severe damage. To date, 178 markets have resumed operations. The majority of markets still undergoing recovery are located in Aceh.
Beyond traditional markets, the retail sector is also gradually recovering. According to data compiled in conjunction with the Indonesian Retail Entrepreneurs Association (Aprindo), 383 supermarket outlets were affected. Approximately 96 per cent, or 368 outlets, have returned to normal operations. All outlets are targeted for full recovery by the end of February 2026.
The Ministry of Trade has undertaken various measures to accelerate the recovery of trading infrastructure in disaster-affected areas. These efforts include surveying affected markets through the Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (JITUPASNA) system in collaboration with the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB), conducting market clean-up operations together with regional governments and other ministries and agencies, and distributing 100 emergency tent units. Additionally, the Ministry has proposed a market revitalisation budget in coordination with the National Development Planning Agency and the Ministry of Finance.
Regarding essential commodity prices in North Sumatra, Budi noted that prices remain stable and below the national average. Minyakita cooking oil is also being sold at the stipulated maximum retail price (HET), thereby helping to maintain public purchasing power in the region.
In West Sumatra, essential commodity prices are also generally stable. However, special attention is required for chilli, chicken, and beef, which have the potential to rise in price as demand increases during Ramadan.
To maintain distribution stability and the availability of essential commodities, the Ministry of Trade is strengthening coordination with ID FOOD and state logistics agency Perum Bulog to ensure supplies of essential goods in disaster-affected areas remain adequate.
The statement was delivered on 18 February 2026 during a coordination meeting with the House of Representatives (DPR) and the Task Force for the Acceleration of Post-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction in Sumatra, held at the DPR building in Jakarta. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Speaker of the DPR, Sufmi Dasco Ahmad.
The government has recorded 194 traditional markets and 18,065 traders affected by the disasters. Of the 194 markets, 95 units sustained minor damage, 41 units moderate damage, and 58 units severe damage. To date, 178 markets have resumed operations. The majority of markets still undergoing recovery are located in Aceh.
Beyond traditional markets, the retail sector is also gradually recovering. According to data compiled in conjunction with the Indonesian Retail Entrepreneurs Association (Aprindo), 383 supermarket outlets were affected. Approximately 96 per cent, or 368 outlets, have returned to normal operations. All outlets are targeted for full recovery by the end of February 2026.
The Ministry of Trade has undertaken various measures to accelerate the recovery of trading infrastructure in disaster-affected areas. These efforts include surveying affected markets through the Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (JITUPASNA) system in collaboration with the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB), conducting market clean-up operations together with regional governments and other ministries and agencies, and distributing 100 emergency tent units. Additionally, the Ministry has proposed a market revitalisation budget in coordination with the National Development Planning Agency and the Ministry of Finance.
Regarding essential commodity prices in North Sumatra, Budi noted that prices remain stable and below the national average. Minyakita cooking oil is also being sold at the stipulated maximum retail price (HET), thereby helping to maintain public purchasing power in the region.
In West Sumatra, essential commodity prices are also generally stable. However, special attention is required for chilli, chicken, and beef, which have the potential to rise in price as demand increases during Ramadan.
To maintain distribution stability and the availability of essential commodities, the Ministry of Trade is strengthening coordination with ID FOOD and state logistics agency Perum Bulog to ensure supplies of essential goods in disaster-affected areas remain adequate.