PT Pertamina (Persero) organized a program called “Mudik Gratis Pertamina 2025,” sending 5,000 homebound travelers (pemudik) to celebrate Eid in their hometowns. The initiative saw the departure of 121 buses from Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) in Jakarta to 23 destinations across West Java, Central Java, Yogyakarta, and East Java on Tuesday, March 25. This year, the number of facilitated travelers increased by 25% from 2024, rising from 4,000 to 5,000 individuals. The program was well-received, evident from the quick exhaustion of all tickets within two days of registration opening on March 10.
Heartwarming Experiences
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Early Registration: Fetty from Bekasi, West Java, who was heading to Tegal, Central Java, heard about the free travel initiative from a friend. She successfully registered on the first day and praised the excellent service upon arrival at the departure point.
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Family Recommendations: Retna, a traveler from Tangerang en route to Yogyakarta, learned about the program from her family. She expressed gratitude for the seamless experience and top-notch facilities, vowing to participate again in the future due to Pertamina’s exceptional service compared to other travel programs she had previously joined.
Safety and Comfort
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Message from the Director: Prior to the journey, PT Pertamina’s President Director, Simon Aloysius Mantiri, personally spoke with several travelers aboard the buses, wishing them a safe trip and asking them to convey his regards to their families back home.
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On-site Facilities: Pertamina provided various amenities at the departure location, including lactation rooms, prayer rooms, children’s play areas, massage services, haircuts, health check-ups, entertainment, charging stations, and a photo booth. Participants also had the chance to receive souvenirs, door prizes, and a grand prize.
Safety Measures
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Insurance Coverage: All participants were covered by life insurance from PertaLife and travel insurance from PT Asuransi Tugu Pratama Indonesia Tbk (Tugu Insurance), a subsidiary of Pertamina.
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Driver and Vehicle Checks: To ensure traveler safety, all vehicles and drivers underwent thorough inspections for compliance with safety and health standards throughout the journey.