JAKARTA - The Indonesian National Army Navy (TNI AL) opened a new route in the 2026 Eid al-Fitr free homecoming program. This time, travelers can depart from Jakarta to Bangka Belitung using the Republic of Indonesia warship (KRI).
The Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, Muhammad Ali, said the opening of the route was carried out after a request from the Bangka Belitung regional government.
"There is a request from Bangka Belitung, this is also likely to be fulfilled from Jakarta to Bangka Belitung," said Muhammad Ali at a press conference at the Military Sea Crossing Command (Kolinlamil), North Jakarta, Antara, Wednesday, March 11.
With the addition of this route, the Indonesian Navy is now providing free homecoming services to three destinations, namely Semarang, Surabaya, and Bangka Belitung.
Not only for the homecoming flow, the TNI AL also ensures the return flow service from the three regions to Jakarta.
In this program, the Indonesian Navy plans to deploy two Landing Platform Dock (LPD) warships. However, Ali has not detailed which Indonesian Republic warships will be used to transport pilgrims.
Apart from passengers, this free homecoming program also provides an opportunity for people who want to bring their personal vehicles, especially motorcycles.
Ali added that information regarding the schedule and procedures for free homecoming registration will be announced through the official social media of the Indonesian Navy in the near future.
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