Indonesian Statistics Agency Says Most Residents Accept Census Officers Despite Social Media Pushback

Despite some visible public rejection on social media, the Indonesian Central Statistics Agency (BPS) maintains that the majority of citizens have welcomed the arrival of officers conducting the 2026 Economic Census. The agency issued a statement to address concerns raised by various online posts.

BPS acknowledged that a segment of the population expressed negative reactions, as seen on social media platforms. However, the agency emphasized that these instances do not represent the overall public sentiment. According to BPS, most households have been cooperative and accepting of the census enumerators.

The agency's response aims to reassure the public about the census process and its importance for national data collection. BPS stressed that the positive reception from the majority of residents is crucial for the successful completion of the economic census, which provides vital information for national development planning.