Bali Traffic Police Launch Two-Week Operation to Enhance Road Safety Around Tourist Areas
Bali, Indonesia — In response to rising traffic violations and increasing congestion, the Bali Traffic Police have announced an intensive two-week surveillance and road safety campaign targeting key tourist destinations across the island. The operation began on February 2, 2026, and will continue until February 15, 2026, coinciding with the lead-up to the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
Operation Safety Agung 2026 involves a coordinated effort among multiple agencies, including the Bali Police, Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), Jasa Raharja, the Transportation Agency, and the Public Order Agency (Satpol PP). The initiative focuses heavily on areas within Badung and Gianyar regencies—regions home to popular tourist hubs such as Canggu, Seminyak, Kuta, Jimbaran, Uluwatu, and Ubud, noted for its arts and culture.
Key Objectives and Enforcement Approach
Police Commissioner Suarmawa outlined that the operation prioritizes preemptive and preventive actions, with personnel on the ground emphasizing educational outreach to drivers and road users rather than solely punitive measures. “Our approach centers on promoting safer driving habits through awareness and cooperation,” he said.
Senior Commissioner Soelistyono, head of Bali Police Operations, highlighted a worrying 54 percent increase in traffic violations in 2025 compared to the previous year, underscoring the need for enhanced law enforcement and public education. Badung Police Chief of Operations, Commissioner I Gusti Nyoman Sudarsana, noted that a similar campaign in 2025 had successfully reduced accident rates by 15 percent, attributing many accidents to driver negligence and human error.
Common Violations and Tourist Advisory
The operation targets frequent infractions such as driving without helmets, lack of valid licenses or insurance, speeding, illegal overtaking, failure to signal, and overloading of motorcycles. Both local riders and tourists were reminded that compliance with traffic regulations is essential, including mandatory use of approved helmets and carrying appropriate international driving permits for tourists.
Authorities advise visitors intending to drive in Bali to verify their insurance coverage beforehand, as many international policies exclude accidents if licensing requirements are not strictly met. Increased police presence, including spot checks and traffic stops, are expected across the island’s main tourist routes during the operation.
Community Cooperation Urged
First Inspector I Gede Adi Saputra Jaya, Public Relations Chief of Denpasar Police, emphasized that law enforcement during Operation Safety Agung will be conducted humanely and with a focus on preventing incidents before they occur. Officials urge both residents and tourists to collaborate in fostering a safer and more orderly traffic environment throughout Bali’s popular regions.
As Bali prepares for a busy tourist season during the upcoming Eid al-Fitr festivities, these efforts aim to maintain smooth traffic flow and safeguard the wellbeing of all road users on the island.
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