Riau Police Chief: Ojol Kamtibmas Partnership Safeguards the Pulse of the Economy
The Regional Police Chief of Riau, Irjen Pol Herry Heryawan, has expressed appreciation for the formation of the ‘Ojol Kamtibmas Presisi’ community and the Task Force on Job Termination (PHK) in Riau Province. The two-star general views online motorcycle taxi drivers as important police partners with a crucial role in safeguarding the pulse of the community’s economy.
The ‘Ojol Kamtibmas Presisi’ community and PHK Task Force were officially established by National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo. The establishment was marked by presenting ‘Ojol Kamtibmas’ vests to representatives of ojol drivers in Riau Province.
“Ojol Kamtibmas Presisi and the PHK Task Force in Riau Province as partners in law and order and guardians of the economic pulse of the community,” said Irjen Herry Heryawan on Tuesday, 17 March 2026.
The Regional Police Chief emphasised that the establishment of ‘Ojol Kamtibmas’ and the PHK Task Force is not merely a ceremonial agenda, but a concrete step by the National Police in realising state presence among the community.
“All of these activities are fundamentally aimed at ensuring that people feel safe, feel heard, and truly feel that the state is present in their lives. One asphalt family,” he stressed.
Hundreds of ojol drivers from communities across Riau Province participated in the event, along with representatives from nine labour confederations in Riau Province, including KSBSI Riau, KSPSI Riau, KSPSI AGN Riau, FSBSI Riau, Confederation of Prosperous Worker Unions Indonesia Riau, SBCI Riau, Sarbumusi Riau, and FSPMI Riau.
As a concrete commitment to providing services to the community, the Riau Police have recently opened a free workshop specifically for the ojol community. The workshop is located at the Mobile Brigade Unit of the Riau Police.
The free workshop for ojol drivers was initiated by Regional Police Chief Irjen Herry Heryawan during a joint breaking of fast gathering some time ago. Beyond strengthening bonds, the gathering served as a platform for ojol drivers and students to convey their aspirations to the Riau Police.
“Some time ago, we held a joint breaking of fast with our fellow online motorcycle taxi drivers and labour groups. On that occasion, we directly heard their concerns,” he added.
This Police Academy 1996 graduate assured that the National Police will always be present for communities in need. The Police also consistently guarantee security to protect ojol drivers working to support their families.
“The Riau Police, God willing, remain committed to fulfilling the hopes of all our brothers and sisters. We believe that ojol drivers and workers labour hard from morning to night to meet their families’ needs,” he said.
Closing his remarks, the Riau Police Chief expressed gratitude for the presence of the National Police Chief, Commission IV Chair of the House of Representatives Titiek Soeharto, Minister of Forestry Raja Juli Antoni, and Acting Governor of Riau SF Hariyanto. This, he noted, provides great motivation for all Riau Police personnel to continue improving their service.
Irjen Herry then quoted a hadith that serves as a moral compass for his ranks in their duties.
“With your permission, Sir Police Chief, Madam Titiek, we refer back to the hadith that always guides our spirit: ‘Khairunnas anfa’uhum linnas’ (the best of people are those who benefit others). Because the best of people are those who are beneficial to others,” he concluded.