DENPASAR, BALINEWS – Bali Governor Wayan Koster has extended the odd-even license plate policy at gas stations across Bali until Friday, October 23, 2026, to maintain smooth fuel distribution as supplies gradually recover.
Koster announced the extension after attending a coordination meeting at Pertamina’s Pesanggaran Fuel Terminal in Denpasar on Monday (October 19, 2026). The meeting was attended by Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia, Pertamina President Director Simon Aloysius Mantiri, and members of Bali’s Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda).
“We will extend the odd-even policy, which was scheduled to end today, starting tomorrow through Friday, October 23,” Koster said.
However, he emphasized that the policy would remain subject to conditions on the ground. The Bali Provincial Government would review the measure if fuel distribution returned to normal before the extension expired.
“If the situation improves before then, we will review the policy. I believe that over the past few days, conditions have returned to normal and improved significantly, even reaching levels similar to those before the disruption,” he said.
Koster noted that fuel distribution across Bali had improved over the past two days. The improvement was reflected in shorter queues at several gas stations, with some locations no longer experiencing the long lines seen over the previous weekend.
He explained that several measures had been implemented in coordination with Pertamina and security authorities to ease congestion, including the odd-even license plate policy, work-from-home arrangements, and online learning.
According to Koster, maintaining stable fuel distribution remains a priority, particularly by ensuring sufficient stock and reliable services at gas stations. The provincial government, he added, would continue assisting Pertamina with distribution efforts on the ground.
Koster also highlighted Bali’s status as one of the world's leading tourist destinations, noting that developments on the island attract significant international attention.
“As Bali is a major global tourist destination, it receives attention from other countries. Whatever happens in Bali attracts considerable attention internationally,” he said.
He called on all stakeholders to work together to maintain a safe, comfortable, and stable environment for residents and visitors.
Meanwhile, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia confirmed that Bali’s fuel supply situation was recovering. Following coordination with Pertamina, average fuel reserves across the province had reached approximately 11 to 12 days, with the government targeting an increase to 15 days.
“Starting today, following our coordination meeting with Pertamina, fuel reserves in Bali have reached an average of 11 to 12 days. Thankfully, the situation here in Bali has been brought under control,” Bahlil said.
The government hopes the recovery will continue, allowing fuel distribution to return to normal and preventing residents from having to endure long queues at gas stations.
