Wednesday, 11 November 2026
JAMBI | INDATANEWS.COM - The Jambi Regional Police (Polda Jambi) recorded a 145 per cent increase in road accidents during the 14-day implementation of Operasi Patuh Siginjai 2026, a traffic enforcement and road safety campaign. Police recorded 49 accidents, 29 more than during the corresponding period in 2025.
The increase in road accidents has become a serious concern for the police, despite a decline in the number of fatalities. Jambi Police Chief Inspector General Widodo presented the findings during a press conference reviewing the operation on Tuesday, 10 November 2026.The press conference was also attended by Jambi Police Operations Bureau Chief Senior Commissioner Vendra Riviyanto, Jambi Police Traffic Director Senior Commissioner Adi Benny Cahyono, and Jambi City Police Chief Senior Commissioner Ananto Herlambang.
Operasi Patuh Siginjai 2026 ran from 26 October to 8 November 2026, involving 441 officers from the Jambi Regional Police and police stations across the province.The operation aimed to improve public awareness and compliance with traffic regulations while promoting road safety, security, order and smoother traffic movement throughout Jambi Province.
Jambi Police Chief Widodo said officers recorded 49 road accidents during the operation. This represented a 145 per cent increase compared with 2025, when police recorded 20 accidents, an increase of 29 cases.
Despite the rise in accidents, the number of fatalities fell from 11 in 2025 to eight in 2026. However, the number of people seriously injured doubled from four to eight. The increase in minor injuries was even more pronounced, rising from 12 to 59."The number of fatalities fell from 11 in 2025 to eight in 2026. However, the number of people seriously injured increased from four to eight, while the number of those sustaining minor injuries rose from 12 to 59," he explained.
The increase in accidents also resulted in higher material losses. Jambi Police recorded total financial losses from road accidents of Rp229.8 million. This was Rp48.8 million higher than the previous year's figure of Rp181 million.The figures will serve as a basis for further police evaluations, particularly in strengthening accident prevention, traffic monitoring and road safety education. Police consider the rising number of casualties, especially those suffering serious and minor injuries, an issue requiring continued attention from both authorities and the public.
Under the proactive education programme, Jambi Police and police stations across the province conducted 24,947 activities. These included public briefings, awareness campaigns, road safety promotions and educational programmes aimed at encouraging greater awareness and discipline among road users.
Through these initiatives, police sought to strengthen public understanding of the importance of obeying traffic regulations, carrying complete vehicle documents and using the required safety equipment when travelling.Meanwhile, officers carried out 5,682 preventive activities. These included traffic management, patrols, monitoring at accident-prone locations, vehicle inspections and measures to address traffic disruptions.
The preventive programme aimed to identify potential violations and reduce the risk of accidents, particularly in areas considered vulnerable to road incidents.In terms of law enforcement, officers recorded 1,184 traffic violation cases. These consisted of 220 cases processed through Electronic Traffic Law Enforcement (ETLE) and 964 cases handled through non-ETLE enforcement.
In addition to issuing fines, officers gave 3,621 warnings to road users. Police used these warnings as an educational measure to encourage greater discipline and prevent motorists from repeating traffic offences.Widodo stressed that the success of a traffic operation should not be measured solely by the number of violations detected or penalties issued. More importantly, it should be reflected in changing public behaviour and a growing willingness to comply with traffic regulations.
"Operasi Patuh Siginjai 2026 demonstrates the Indonesian National Police's commitment to improving public awareness and compliance with traffic regulations. We have prioritised proactive education and preventive measures, supported by firm, professional and humane law enforcement," Jambi Police Chief Widodo said.
During Operasi Patuh Siginjai 2026, Jambi Police also placed particular emphasis on the use of exhaust systems that fail to meet technical specifications, commonly known in Indonesia as knalpot brong.
Based on the consolidated enforcement figures from police units across the province, officers recorded 1,192 enforcement actions involving non-compliant exhaust systems.Muaro Jambi Police recorded the highest number, with 154 enforcement actions. This was followed by Tanjung Jabung Barat Police with 131 and Bungo Police with 130.
"Muaro Jambi Police carried out the highest number of enforcement actions, with 154 cases, followed by Tanjung Jabung Barat Police with 131 and Bungo Police with 130," Widodo said.The Jambi Police Chief urged the public, particularly motorcyclists and other motorists, not to use exhaust systems that fail to comply with technical specifications. Apart from breaching traffic regulations, such equipment can disturb public comfort and undermine community order.
He also called on road users to obey traffic regulations, ensure that their vehicle documents and equipment were complete, and wear helmets that meet Indonesian National Standards (SNI)."We urge the public to always obey traffic regulations, carry complete vehicle documents and ensure their vehicles meet the required standards, wear helmets that comply with SNI standards and avoid using illegal exhaust systems. Make safety your top priority whenever you are on the road," he added.
Widodo said the rise in road accidents would remain a major consideration in future evaluations by Jambi Police and its regional units. Police would therefore strengthen education, accident prevention and traffic monitoring programmes."Our review of the operation shows that road accidents have continued to increase. This is a matter of serious concern for us. Therefore, we will continue to strengthen education, prevention and monitoring efforts to reduce accident numbers and minimise the severity of injuries and fatalities," he stressed.
The police chief also called on people across Jambi Province to take an active role in developing a stronger road safety culture.He emphasised that the success of the operation should not be judged simply by the number of fines issued or warnings given, but by whether people become more disciplined and obey traffic regulations without having to wait for police enforcement.
"I emphasise that the success of an operation should not be measured solely by the number of fines or warnings issued, but by the extent to which public awareness of traffic discipline grows. I encourage everyone in Jambi Province to become ambassadors for road safety, because safety is a shared responsibility," Widodo concluded.Through Operasi Patuh Siginjai 2026, Jambi Police reaffirmed their commitment to protecting, supporting and serving the public. The force also pledged to strengthen educational initiatives, preventive measures and law enforcement to reduce traffic violations and road accidents, while creating safer, more orderly and smoother traffic conditions throughout Jambi Province. (IDNC)
REPORTER: Dalil Harahap | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
