The program of QR Code Subsidi Tepat is currently undergoing a trial period in Papua. The Provincial Papua Government support QR code trial for the subsidy program and expects the program will benefit the people of Papua. The government positively welcomes the trial since it will help the less fortunate obtain fuel on subsidy.
The full cycle of this subsidy program only allows fuel purchases using the QR code. It means that everyone will have to install the application on their mobile phone and proceed to create an account.
A few steps are added to the transaction process, including the identification process. After all, this application ensures that the subsidy goes to the right people.
The Trial for QR Code Subsidy Program in Papua
Ridwan Ruusukun, as the current Acting Governor of Papua, expressed his positive appreciation of this trial. He is grateful Pertamina made the big step to bring this trial to Papua. He understands that this program is continuing the government’s direction regarding the subsidy policy. So, this subsidy is targeting people in need.
Ridwan is aware of the tight procedure to purchase fuel. However, he understands it. He said this trial ensures the subsidized fuel will only be available for the targeted people. He even suggests Pertamina tighten the purchase procedure to preserve subsidized fuel only for its targets exclusively.
This trial shows that Pertamina has reached out to Papua. This area is no longer becoming the last one to receive such programs.
For the future, Ridwan only hopes the best for this QR Code program. The implementation of this program could reach people who truly need subsidized fuel. He also wishes Pertamina could continue this program, not only for trial.
Pertamina for Papua and Maluku regions is also grateful for the warm welcome from the Provincial Government of Papua. Representing Pertamina, Edi Mangun explained this subsidy program is targeting the poor. The QR code helps to ensure the distribution of subsidized fuel is only available for the target recipients.
For now, this program is still on trial because Pertamina wants to know the implementation of the system. Whether the mechanism of this QR code causes any trouble for the recipients or the Pertamina stall, they expect all the digital infrastructure used in the mechanism to be ready.
Edi Mangun said Pertamina does not want the new mechanism to disturb the ongoing services. This trial period helps them to monitor it before launching it to the public.
The Future Plans for Pertamina Subsidy Program
Pertamina wants to ensure they have full control over the distribution of subsidized fuel. This is the main priority of the company before launching the program. They believe having total control over subsidized fuel is the most rational thing to make sure this program runs successfully.
Edi Mangun claims this control could help Pertamina quickly detect the users of this subsidy. This way, Pertamina could monitor if this mechanism could effectively reach the main target. Nobody wants the new mechanism to cause trouble to the established system in Pertamina. It also helps to determine if they have set their target correctly.
Pertamina for Maluku and Papua Region has launched the QR code subsidy program trial starting from January 2023. The people of Papua warmly welcome this program and the Provincial Government of Papua.
If the trial period does not show any trouble or obstacle, Pertamina could start preparing for the launch of this program. After getting Papua Government support QR code trial for the subsidy program then, Pertamina will have full clearance from the local government for this program.
