Traffic Accident Figures During Eid Exodus and Return in West Java 2026 Drop Drastically
The West Java Police Traffic Directorate (Ditlantas Polda Jawa Barat) has reported a significant decline in the number of traffic accidents during the 2026 Eid exodus and return period. This decrease occurred during the implementation of Operation Ketupat Lodaya 2026 compared to the same period the previous year.
The Head of Traffic Directorate of West Java Police, Commissioner Raydian Kokrosono, revealed that this positive trend indicates an increase in public awareness regarding traffic conduct.
“The accident figures have dropped by up to 76 percent,” said the Head of Traffic Directorate of West Java Police, Commissioner Raydian Kokrosono, while inspecting the return flow at the Rest Area KM 62 on the Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road in Karawang on Sunday (29/3).
Police data shows that the number of accidents in the jurisdiction of the West Java Police in 2026 reached only 93 incidents. This figure is a drastic decrease compared to 2025, which recorded 383 incidents.
In addition, the number of fatalities also experienced a sharp decline. From 121 people in 2025, it is now recorded at only 13 fatalities, or a drop of 89 percent. The downward trend also occurred in serious injuries, which decreased by 46 percent, and minor injuries, which fell by up to 73 percent.
“Alhamdulillah, this is thanks to the prayers and participation of the entire community who are willing to follow the rules and instructions of officers in the field,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Eid return traffic conditions up to Sunday night (29/3) were observed to be starting to flow more smoothly. Based on traffic counting data from Central Java, the vehicle volume was recorded to have decreased to below 2,500 units per hour. Nevertheless, traffic engineering in the form of a one-way system from Central Java to Jakarta is still applied situationally.
On arterial routes, particularly in the Cirebon area, there was temporary slowing of vehicle flow. This was influenced by the implementation of the one-way system on the toll road and local community activities. However, the police assured that there was no total congestion because officers had been deployed at vulnerable points such as Simpang Buntet.
The Head of Traffic Directorate also reminded return travellers to utilise the available rest area facilities. Based on monitoring via the Jasa Marga application, the parking capacity at rest areas on routes A and B is still sufficient.
“We advise the public to please utilise the rest areas. Do not force driving when tired. If the rest areas are full, we will escort and arrange on the roadside for humanitarian reasons, so that the public remains safe,” he added.
The police also emphasised their commitment to continue optimising traffic flow management so that the return journey to Jakarta remains smooth and safe for the entire community.