DENPASAR, BALINEWS – Bali Governor Wayan Koster and Bali Police Chief Inspector General Pasma Royce have strengthened coordination to accelerate fuel distribution amid persistent queues at several gas stations across the island. The Bali Regional Police are preparing to escort Pertamina fuel tankers and deploy officers to gas stations to help maintain order and improve services for the public.
The measures were discussed during Pasma Royce’s first courtesy visit to Koster at the Jayasabha Building in Denpasar on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
During the meeting, Pasma Royce expressed his readiness to support the Bali Provincial Government in accelerating fuel deliveries to meet public demand. The support includes escorting Pertamina fuel tankers from the Manggis Depot to distribution areas and deploying police personnel to the field.
The escorts are expected to help fuel tankers reach their destinations more efficiently, while police officers at gas stations will help maintain public order and facilitate services as queues continue.
The Bali Police chief also proposed several possible measures to ease congestion, including the potential implementation of an odd-even vehicle registration system. However, the proposal requires further discussion before any decision is made.
Denpasar and Badung Require One Million Liters of Fuel Daily
Governor Koster said accelerating fuel distribution was a key step toward reducing queues and restoring normal services at gas stations across Bali.
Koster had previously urged Pertamina to speed up deliveries to gas stations, including efforts to arrange for at least four fuel tankers to supply each station to help replenish stocks as quickly as possible.
Faster deliveries are expected to shorten the time needed to replenish fuel stocks, allowing gas stations to provide services more consistently to the public.
Koster said fuel demand in Denpasar and Badung reached approximately one million liters per day. The high demand has also been influenced by residents returning to gas stations to refuel after previously experiencing difficulties obtaining supplies.
The governor had hoped that queues would begin to ease on Thursday, October 15. However, inspections at several gas stations showed that some locations were still unable to provide optimal service.
Coordination among the provincial government, Pertamina and the police is therefore considered essential to accelerating the recovery of fuel distribution and ensuring that public demand is met.
Police Detain Five Suspects in Alleged Fuel Hoarding Case
In addition to supporting fuel distribution, the Bali Regional Police have taken enforcement action against suspected fuel abuse.
Pasma Royce revealed that officers had detained five people suspected of hoarding fuel for resale in small quantities using bottles.
The action forms part of police efforts to monitor fuel distribution and ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Further handling of the suspects will proceed in accordance with the law.
Strengthening Security and Tourism Cooperation
During the meeting, Pasma Royce also noted that the visit marked his first meeting with the Bali governor since taking office as police chief. He sought the provincial government's support in carrying out his duties and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening coordination with the regional administration.
Koster welcomed the commitment, emphasizing the importance of cooperation between local government and law enforcement in maintaining public safety and order in Bali, an internationally renowned tourism destination.
Other issues discussed included traffic violations involving tourists and the circulation of illegal drugs.
The Bali Provincial Government and the Bali Regional Police are expected to continue strengthening their partnership, both to accelerate fuel distribution and to maintain security and public order across the Island of the Gods.
