Mudik Gratis 2025 to Proceed Despite Budget Cuts: Minister

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Bid TIK Polda Kepri/”>Bid TIK Polda Kepri – Jakarta. Free Eid Homecoming, better known locally as Mudik Gratis, program will continue in 2025 despite budget constraints, Minister of Transportation Dudy Purwagandhi confirmed on Thursday (13/2/2025).

“God willing, it will continue,” he said, as quoted by antaranews.com..

The Ministry of Transportation’s 2025 budget has been finalized at Rp17.7 trillion, a reduction from the initial Rp31.45 trillion allocated last year.

To ensure the program runs smoothly, the ministry is actively coordinating with stakeholders. 

“We are reaching out and conducting a roadshow to align with all parties involved,” Minister Dudy explained.

He also emphasized the importance of state-owned enterprises (BUMN) participating in the program to enhance safety and comfort for travelers.