Operation Ketupat 2026: Three-Axle Trucks Banned from Toll Roads Starting 13 March
The Jakarta Metro Police will monitor three-axle or larger vehicle operations during the 2026 Eid holiday period. Restrictions on three-axle truck operations will commence on 13 March.
“We urge all business operators, including transporters, to comply with the restrictions on three-axle vehicles. This begins on the 13th or throughout the operation period. We may extend it depending on the return traffic situation,” said Komarudin, head of traffic at the Jakarta Metro Police, to journalists on Monday, 9 March 2026.
According to regulations, three-axle trucks will be prohibited from using toll roads and arterial roads starting from Operation Ketupat 2026 on 13 March. “Yes, according to the joint decree,” said Komarudin, responding to questions about the truck ban on toll roads and arterial routes beginning this Friday.
Komarudin requested all parties to comply with the applicable regulations. He emphasised that the rules are being enforced to ensure smooth Eid holiday traffic flow in both directions.
“This is for our collective benefit. The road sections that will be filled with holiday travellers should not be disrupted by the operations of three-axle or larger vehicles,” he explained.
Komarudin noted there are exceptions to the three-axle vehicle restriction, including food supply transport vehicles. He affirmed that authorities would take firm action against those who insist on operating despite the ban.
“We hope that all parties will accept and comply with these measures wisely. This is for our collective benefit and the smooth movement of the public,” he said.
“We hope we won’t have to implement strict enforcement or legal action, and that appeals alone will suffice. However, should any activities potentially threaten public safety or other road users, we will not hesitate to take firm action,” he added.
To support the security operation, the Jakarta Metro Police will conduct Operation Ketupat Jaya 2026 from 13-25 March. More than 6,800 personnel from various agencies will be deployed for security operations.
Komarudin stated that authorities will establish 101 service posts, security posts, and monitoring posts. The Jakarta Metro Police are committed to achieving “Safe Holiday Travel, Happy Families”.
Officers have already prepared security arrangements given that the Eid holiday coincides with Nyepi Day. All activities, including tourist attractions in Jakarta, will be secured.
Furthermore, Komarudin urged holiday travellers to anticipate weather conditions. Police and relevant stakeholders have prepared a traffic management plan should flooding occur on the holiday routes.