Jakarta, Oct. 25 -- The Indonesian government launched the Energy Sentinel 2026 program on Friday to tighten oversight of subsidized and assigned fuel distribution, deploying local young people to monitor 3,679 gas stations nationwide.

Deputy Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Yuliot launched the program in Jakarta on Friday (Oct. 23) during the peak celebration of the 81st Mining and Energy Day.

The ministry also presented the 2026 Subroto Energy Awards at the event to industry players, local governments and figures who contributed to the energy and mining sectors, according to a statement received here Sunday.

Under the program, officers will be directly involved in monitoring energy distribution, strengthening oversight data and ...