JAKARTA - Minister of Public Works (PU) Dody Hanggodo claims that the implementation of the 2026 Eid homecoming and return flow in general runs relatively smoother than the previous year.
Dody assessed that the smooth flow of homecoming and return was inseparable from the synergy of various parties, including the readiness of infrastructure, traffic arrangements, and government policy support such as work from anywhere (WFA) which helps distribute people's travel time.
"This year's Lebaran is better than last year, but we are still monitoring until the return flow is completed. Hopefully it will continue to run smoothly like the return flow yesterday," said Dody in a written statement, Wednesday, March 25.
Although in general the traffic conditions are under control, Dody said, there are still several points that are a concern for improvement in the future, one of which is in the Gilimanuk area.
"There are concerns such as in Gilimanuk. In the future, we will discuss with the Minister of Transportation whether additional piers or other steps are needed," he said.
To support the smooth flow of the Lebaran homecoming, the PU Ministry ensures the readiness of national road infrastructure through the activation of road inspectors, quick handling of minor damage, and the provision of homecoming posts to support the comfort of road users.
By reactivating the road inspector, the public is expected to immediately report if there are damaged roads that need to be repaired immediately to the commitment maker (PPP).
"Plus, with the post, so that travelers can rest and continue their journey in good condition," he said.
In the future, continued Dody, his party will still carry out continuous monitoring and evaluation until the end of the 2026 Lebaran return period. He also appealed to travelers to take advantage of the WFA policy that has been given by the government.
"Hopefully the weather will be supportive and people who go home will agree to follow the government's appeal not to return to Jakarta at the same time, so that vehicles on toll roads and non-toll roads are not too crowded," he added.
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