South Sumatra Police Conduct 30,959 Security Activities During Operation Ketupat Musi 2026
The South Sumatra Regional Police (Polda Sumsel) have completed the implementation of Operation Ketupat Musi 2026. Polda Sumsel noted improvements in various security and service indicators compared to 2025.
During the period from 13-25 March 2026, the total preemptive and preventive activities reached 30,956, an increase of 12.2% from the previous year.
South Sumatra Police Chief Irjen Sandi Nugroho emphasised that this achievement is the result of the hard work of all personnel during the operation.
“For 13 days, all personnel worked tirelessly. This achievement is the result of collective dedication, but the increase in accident figures is a concern that we must address with better steps moving forward,” said Irjen Sandi on Thursday (26/3/2026).
A significant increase occurred in preventive activities, which rose by 30.4%, indicating strengthened personnel presence in the field to prevent potential disruptions to public security and order (kamtibmas) and traffic accidents.
In the field of law enforcement, Polda Sumsel recorded a technology-based transformation through the implementation of the Electronic Traffic Law Enforcement (ETLE) system. ETLE mobile enforcement increased by 658%, while manual ticketing dropped drastically by 98.9%, signifying a shift towards more modern, transparent, and accountable law enforcement.
From the transportation perspective, all modes experienced growth. Airport passengers increased by 38% to 178,522 people, while bus terminals grew by 43% to 70,301 passengers.
Rail transport (KA) also rose by 17.4%, showing a positive trend in public trust in public transportation.
Meanwhile, vehicle flow on toll roads reached 459,476 vehicles, with growth on several strategic sections such as the Terpeka Toll and Indralaya-Prabumulih.
However, the increase in public mobility also impacted the rise in traffic accident figures. The number of accident incidents was recorded to have increased from 80 to 129 cases, which is a serious concern for future evaluation.
Head of Public Relations of Polda Sumsel Kombes Nandang Mu’min Wijaya stated that this data transparency is a form of accountability to the public.
“We present this data openly. There are achievements that have improved and there are areas for evaluation. This is part of our commitment to continuously enhance the quality of services,” said Nandang.
The success of Operation Ketupat Musi 2026 was also supported by cross-sectoral synergy involving thousands of combined personnel from the TNI, local government, and various related agencies. Polda Sumsel urged the public still on their return journey to continue complying with traffic rules, maintaining physical condition, and utilising police services through the 110 call centre.
Currently, Operation Ketupat Musi 2026 has officially ended in safe and conducive conditions. Polda Sumsel reaffirmed its commitment to improving the quality of security and services to the public in every future police operation.