PLN Watch Urges Public to Verify Electricity Outage Information Amidst False Reports

PLN Watch Chairman Tohom Purba has called on the public to exercise caution when consuming information about electricity services, particularly concerning false claims of widespread power outages in Java and Bali. This appeal follows the circulation of fabricated news alleging planned total blackouts for three consecutive days.

Purba highlighted that electricity is fundamental to various critical sectors, including economic activities, public services, education, and household life. He stressed that all circulating information must be verified to avert mass panic. "Information like this must be approached with a cool head, don't believe and spread it immediately, it's best to confirm first through PLN's official channels," Purba stated.

He further noted that the spread of unsubstantiated information not only harms PT PLN (Persero) but also risks disturbing public tranquility, which requires certainty. "In situations like this, what is needed is public support, not panic triggered by false information," he added. Purba affirmed that criticism of electricity services is necessary for public oversight but must be based on valid data and aimed at service improvement, not spreading falsehoods.

Meanwhile, PLN Corporate Communication and TJSL Executive Vice President Gregorius Adi Trianto has officially denied the false information about a three-day total power outage in Java and Bali. Separately, PLN President Director Darmawan Prasodjo apologized for rolling blackouts on Java Island, attributing them to issues with coal supply and technical problems at two Independent Power Producer facilities. Prasodjo mentioned that coal supplies are beginning to flow again and PLN is working to resolve the disruptions.