Banjarbaru Government Inspects Gas Stations After Long Vehicle Lines

Jerry Pratama    Thursday, May 14, 2026    Comment   

Banjarbaru Government Inspects Gas Stations After Long Vehicle Lines

Banjarbaru officials inspected several gas stations after long vehicle lines formed across the city. Mayor Erna Lisa Halaby confirmed fuel supplies remain safe and stable. (Illustration image)

The Banjarbaru City Government in South Kalimantan conducted surprise inspections at several gas stations on Wednesday following long vehicle lines, aiming to ensure fuel supplies remain stable.

Banjarbaru Mayor Erna Lisa Halaby visited the sites alongside local government officials and police officers to monitor conditions at three gas stations experiencing heavy congestion across the city.

The inspections focused on gas stations located on Trikora Street, Pelaihari Road Km 21.7 in Liang Anggang, and Mistar Cokrokusumo Street in Cempaka.

The city government said the inspections were carried out to make sure the long queues were not caused by disruptions in fuel distribution or shortages that could trigger public panic buying.

During the visits, the mayor also spoke with gas station staff and monitored fuel distribution activities to ensure public services continued operating normally.

The Banjarbaru administration, together with police personnel, deployed joint officers at several gas stations considered prone to traffic congestion due to vehicle queues.

Personnel from local police units, traffic police, municipal public order officers, and Sabhara units were assigned to manage traffic flow so queues would remain orderly and not spill onto public roads.

“Today, together with officials and the Banjarbaru Police Chief, we went directly to the field to monitor and follow up on public complaints regarding the long lines at gas stations,” Erna Lisa Halaby said in Banjarbaru on Wednesday.

Lisa assured residents that fuel supplies in Banjarbaru remain secure.

“We are here to ensure fuel availability for Banjarbaru. God willing, the supply is safe because the regional government guarantees national fuel stocks remain secure,” she said.

She also urged residents to stay calm so city activities would not be disrupted by the queues.

“We want the public to remain calm and city activities not to be disrupted simply because of lines at gas stations,” Lisa added.

The Banjarbaru City Government said monitoring of fuel distribution will continue regularly to maintain supply stability and prevent social impacts caused by panic buying.

Coordination with police authorities will also continue to ensure traffic around crowded gas stations remains under control.

Karolin Natasa Ensures Fuel Stocks Safe and Landak Queues Clear Quickly

Jerry Pratama    Saturday, March 21, 2026    Comment   

Karolin Natasa Ensures Fuel Stocks Safe and Landak Queues Clear Quickly

Regent Karolin Natasa acts fast to tackle fuel queues in Landak, ensuring safe fuel stock, smooth distribution, and normal public services ahead of Eid al-Fitr.

Landak – Fuel queues at several gas stations in Landak Regency have caught the serious attention of Regent Karolin Margret Natasa. She acted quickly, coordinating across sectors to ensure smooth fuel distribution so that the public would not be disrupted, especially ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2026.

Since queues appeared in areas like Ngabang and nearby regions, Karolin instructed local government officials to work with the police and gas station operators. The goal: ensure orderly service and equitable fuel availability.

“We are not standing still. From the beginning, we coordinated and requested faster distribution to Landak, especially at gas stations with long queues,” Karolin said during a coordination meeting with the West Kalimantan Forkopimda and Pertamina on Friday evening (March 20, 2026).

In addition, Regent Karolin requested direct monitoring in the field to ensure fuel reaches the public and does not pile up in certain locations.

This swift action aims to keep community activities running normally, as fuel demand usually spikes ahead of Eid al-Fitr.

Meanwhile, Pertamina confirmed that fuel stocks for West Kalimantan are secure. Supplies are stored at the Pontianak Fuel Terminal and are continuously reinforced with regular deliveries from other regions.

“Fuel in West Kalimantan is stored at the Pontianak Terminal. Currently, the available stock is very safe,” a Pertamina representative said during the meeting.

Pertamina also schedules ship arrivals every two days to maintain supply for gasoline and diesel, sourced from refineries in Java and storage in Merak.

According to Pertamina, the current queues are caused more by sudden spikes in public demand (panic buying) rather than stock shortages.

In response, Regent Karolin urged the public to remain calm and buy fuel according to their needs so queues can clear faster.

“If purchases are made as usual, without overbuying, distribution will return to normal faster. We all need to help maintain the situation,” Karolin said.

The local government is also pushing for faster deliveries to areas farther from distribution centers to avoid delays. Monitoring continues to prevent hoarding or misuse.

“We ensure this supply reaches the public. We supervise together so no one is disadvantaged,” Karolin emphasized.

With swift measures and cross-sector coordination, the government is optimistic that fuel queues can be resolved soon, keeping the public calm and services optimal.

FAQ – Common Questions About Fuel Queues in Landak

1. Why are fuel queues happening in Landak?
Queues appear due to simultaneous spikes in public demand ahead of Eid, not because of a fuel shortage.

2. Is fuel stock safe?
Yes, fuel is stored at the Pontianak Terminal and reinforced with regular deliveries from Java and Merak.

3. What actions is the local government taking?
Regent Karolin monitors distribution directly, coordinates with gas stations, and encourages the public to buy fuel reasonably.

4. How can the public help reduce queues?
By buying fuel as usual and not over-purchasing, distribution can normalize faster.

5. Will the government continue supervising distribution?
Yes, local authorities and officers continue monitoring until conditions stabilize.

Kubu Raya Regent Inspects Gas Stations, Finds Fuel Shortages and Long Queues

Jerry Pratama    Saturday, March 21, 2026    Comment   

Kubu Raya Regent Inspects Gas Stations, Finds Fuel Shortages and Long Queues

Kubu Raya Regent inspects gas stations and finds fuel shortages and long queues. Demand surges over 20 percent ahead of Eid, raising distribution concerns.

KUBU RAYA – As travel activity rises ahead of Eid al-Fitr, fuel supply issues are becoming a growing concern. This was evident when H. Sujiwo conducted a surprise inspection at several gas stations across Kubu Raya on Friday (March 20).

During the inspection, Sujiwo found troubling conditions. Several gas stations had run out of fuel, with some reportedly closed for up to five to seven days.

“We found several gas stations shut down due to lack of fuel supply. This is a serious concern,” he said.

Unusual Surge in Fuel Demand

According to Sujiwo, fuel demand typically increases ahead of Eid, but this year’s spike is unusually high.

“Normally, demand rises by around 6 percent, but now it has exceeded 20 percent. This clearly needs joint evaluation,” he explained.

He emphasized that the issue cannot be treated as routine and requires coordination between local authorities, gas station operators, and national fuel distributors.

Pertamax Shortage Raises Concerns

In addition to the shortage of subsidized fuel like Pertalite, Sujiwo also highlighted the disappearance of non-subsidized fuel, Pertamax, at several stations.

“If Pertalite is unavailable, at least Pertamax should be provided. This is non-subsidized fuel and still needed by the public,” he stressed.

The absence of alternatives is feared to worsen long queues at gas stations.

Long Queues Disrupt Daily Life

Fuel shortages have led to long lines at multiple gas stations, forcing residents to wait for hours just to refuel.

This situation is not only disrupting daily activities but could also impact mobility during the upcoming Eid homecoming period.

Potential Fuel Hoarding Under Watch

Sujiwo did not rule out the possibility of fuel hoarding contributing to the shortage.

He called on law enforcement authorities to take firm action if violations are discovered.

“If there is hoarding, whoever is responsible must be prosecuted according to the law,” he stated.

Distribution Evaluation Becomes Key

The local government is now pushing for a comprehensive evaluation of the fuel distribution system in Kubu Raya.

Quick action and strong coordination are seen as essential to prevent similar issues, especially during critical periods like Eid.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. Why is fuel scarce in Kubu Raya?
It is likely due to an unusually high surge in demand and possible distribution issues.

2. How much has fuel demand increased?
Typically around 6%, but it has now exceeded 20%.

3. Is there any indication of fuel hoarding?
It is still under investigation, but authorities have not ruled it out.

4. What is the impact on residents?
Long queues at gas stations and disruptions to daily activities.

5. What actions are being taken?
Inspections, distribution evaluation, and strict law enforcement if violations are found.