The Head of the Public Relations Division of the Indonesian National Police announced countermeasures against social organizations impersonating community groups to engage in extortion and illegal fees harming business interests ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2026, with the most common method being demands for holiday allowances (THR). He urged affected entrepreneurs not to hesitate and immediately report to the police. At a troop inspection ceremony in Jakarta, he stated that the public can report via the police hotline 110 or submit written reports to the police.
After receiving a report, the police will issue a warning to the reported party. If the individuals engage in extortion under the guise of a social organization, escalating into gangster behavior, the police will resolutely take strict action. He emphasized that if extortion becomes organized and structured, seriously disrupting social order, the police do not rule out taking legal enforcement measures, which would be the final resort.
Ahead of Eid al-Fitr, the phenomenon of social organizations demanding holiday allowances from businesses has once again drawn attention. Similar behavior was widespread during Eid al-Fitr 2025, when an open letter from a certain community development agency demanding allowances circulated on social media, sparking heated discussion.
The organization, located in West Sepaku District, Tangerang Regency, was accused of demanding Eid allowances from local businesses. The letter, dated March 5, 2025, was jointly signed by the agency's chairman and secretary. Although no specific amount was mentioned, it clearly requested holiday allowances from surrounding businesses, indicating that any amount would be accepted. The letter also left a contact number, but the media was unable to reach the party for comment as of press time.
The police stated that they will pay close attention to such behavior of using social organizations as a pretext and taking advantage of Eid al-Fitr to pressure businesses for money, fully committed to maintaining a normal business environment and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of enterprises. They also reminded businesses to contact the police immediately when encountering unreasonable demands, threats, or extortion.
Businesses in Indonesia Forced to Demand Holiday Allowances Can Call Police for Help
2026-03-13
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The Head of the Public Relations Division of the Indonesian National Police announced countermeasures against social organizations extorting and illegally charging businesses under the guise of community groups ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2026, with the most common method being demands for holiday allowances (THR). He urged affected entrepreneurs not to hesitate and immediately report to the police. At a troop inspection ceremony in Jakarta, he stated that the public can report via the police hotline 110 or submit written reports.
The Head of the Public Relations Division of the Indonesian National Police announced countermeasures against social organizations impersonating community groups to engage in extortion and illegal fees harming business interests ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2026, with the most common method being demands for holiday allowances (THR). He urged affected entrepreneurs not to hesitate and immediately report to the police. At a troop inspection ceremony in Jakarta, he stated that the public can report via the police hotline 110 or submit written reports to the police.
After receiving a report, the police will issue a warning to the reported party. If the individuals engage in extortion under the guise of a social organization, escalating into gangster behavior, the police will resolutely take strict action. He emphasized that if extortion becomes organized and structured, seriously disrupting social order, the police do not rule out taking legal enforcement measures, which would be the final resort.
Ahead of Eid al-Fitr, the phenomenon of social organizations demanding holiday allowances from businesses has once again drawn attention. Similar behavior was widespread during Eid al-Fitr 2025, when an open letter from a certain community development agency demanding allowances circulated on social media, sparking heated discussion.
The organization, located in West Sepaku District, Tangerang Regency, was accused of demanding Eid allowances from local businesses. The letter, dated March 5, 2025, was jointly signed by the agency's chairman and secretary. Although no specific amount was mentioned, it clearly requested holiday allowances from surrounding businesses, indicating that any amount would be accepted. The letter also left a contact number, but the media was unable to reach the party for comment as of press time.
The police stated that they will pay close attention to such behavior of using social organizations as a pretext and taking advantage of Eid al-Fitr to pressure businesses for money, fully committed to maintaining a normal business environment and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of enterprises. They also reminded businesses to contact the police immediately when encountering unreasonable demands, threats, or extortion.
