President Prabowo Subianto has urged online transportation companies to provide Eid bonuses, or holiday allowances (THR), for ride-hailing drivers (ojol) and couriers in cash. According to Prabowo, ojol drivers and online couriers play a crucial role in transportation and logistics services, making it essential for companies to recognize their contributions.

"The government calls on all app-based transportation service companies to give Eid bonuses to drivers and couriers in cash, considering their work activity," Prabowo stated during a press conference broadcasted on Kompas TV's YouTube channel on Monday (10/3/2025).

The exact amount and distribution mechanism will be discussed with relevant parties and announced through a circular letter by the Minister of Manpower (Menaker).

Following this announcement, Gojek and Grab, two of Indonesia’s largest ride-hailing platforms, promptly responded.

Catherine Hindra Sutjahyo, President of Gojek, confirmed that the company would distribute cash bonuses through its "Tali Asih Hari Raya" program. However, this bonus will only be available to drivers who meet specific criteria.

"This cash bonus will be received by eligible partner drivers before Eid al-Fitr," Catherine said in a written statement on Monday (10/3/2025).

She added that Gojek would continue coordinating with the government to ensure transparency in fund allocation for driver partners. Catherine emphasized that while the "Tali Asih Hari Raya" program has been implemented in previous years, this time it includes an additional cash bonus.

"We want to provide meaningful benefits so that partner drivers can experience Ramadan and celebrate Eid with more joy," she explained.

Similarly, Grab Indonesia announced that it would provide a cash-based Eid Bonus (BHR) through a performance-based incentive program for its partner drivers.

Anthony Tan, Group CEO & Co-Founder of Grab, highlighted that this initiative aims to appreciate the hard work and dedication of their drivers.

"We are pleased to contribute to this initiative, which offers direct benefits to our partner drivers, the backbone of transportation and delivery services in Indonesia," Anthony stated.

The bonus will be granted to drivers who meet several conditions, including the number of completed orders, order completion rate, number of active days and hours, and driver ratings.

As the Eid holiday approaches, both Gojek and Grab reaffirm their support for their partner drivers, aligning with the government’s call to enhance the welfare of ride-hailing drivers and couriers.

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