BPH Migas Strengthens Supervision So Subsidized Fuel Is Right On Target

Member of the BPH Committee Migas Saleh Abdurrahman. (Photo: Doc. Antara)

JAKARTA - The Downstream Oil and Gas Regulatory Agency (BPH Migas) continues to strengthen its supervisory function so that subsidized fuel oil (BBM) is distributed right on target, namely to the people who are entitled.

Member of the BPH Migas Committee, Saleh Abdurrahman, in his statement in Jakarta, Monday, April 22, said that the government has provided fuel subsidies to maintain people's purchasing power, encourage economic growth and investment.

"BPH Migas as an institution tasked with regulating and establishing the availability and distribution of fuel, continues to strive to increase supervision so that the fuel subsidy is right on target," he said in an activity in Bandung, West Java, quoted from Antara.

Saleh emphasized that BPH Migas is also tasked with ensuring that only people who are entitled to enjoy subsidized fuel can also supervise if there are allegations of irregularities or misuse of fuel distribution.

"In carrying out this task, of course BPH Migas cooperates with law enforcement officials, as well as local governments. BPH Migas has signed a cooperation agreement with a number of local institutions and governments," he said.

Saleh also conveyed the importance of socialization to the public regarding the actual conditions of the energy sector in Indonesia, so that people can understand the importance of saving energy.

"As optimally as possible, we can save energy, use public transportation such as buses, trains, or use vehicles together, so that it can reduce fuel consumption. This means reducing fuel subsidies, as well as greenhouse emissions, reducing the impact of global warming. Many benefits are obtained through energy savings," he explained. On the same occasion, Member of Commission VII DPR Diah Nurwitasari encouraged increased utilization of natural gas in Indonesia considering its large reserves.

However, Indonesia's geographical condition, which is an archipelagic country, is a challenge in infrastructure development.

Therefore, he also encouraged the government to continue the construction of a natural gas network for households (jargas).

Regarding energy subsidies, such as 3 kg fuel and LPG, Diah supports government policies to be more targeted.

"I strongly agree with the government's efforts in managing (energy subsidies) so that people who enjoy the subsidy are those who really need it," he said in an activity which was also attended by Sales Branch Manager of PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Area, Bandung Regency, Deni Nugrahanto.