Jakarta (ANTARA) – Indonesia’s consumer protection agency (BPKN) on Wednesday urged the public not to engage in panic buying of fuel ahead of the Eid al-Fitr holiday, warning it could disrupt supply stability amid heightened global uncertainty.“Use fuel wisely according to your needs. There is no need for panic buying, which can actually disrupt supply stability,” said the agency's head, Mufti Mubarok.Mubarok said panic buying could create artificial shortages due to uneven distribution, even when overall supply remains sufficient.He added that the government and state energy firm Pertamina are working to ensure adequate fuel availability during the homecoming season.He also pointed to ongoing tensions in the Middle East, which have disrupted energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz and caused volatility in global crude oil prices.Mubarok noted that the Eid travel period typically leads to a surge in mobility across the country.“That is why government measures to secure national energy stocks are crucial,” he said.He stressed the importance of maintaining both supply levels and smooth distribution, particularly along major travel corridors and key tourism destinations.“The homecoming momentum requires extra preparedness, especially to ensure fuel remains accessible at all points along the journey,” he said, underscoring the role of state-owned energy firms in maintaining public confidence.Amid global uncertainty, including geopolitical tensions involving major powers such as the United States, Mubarok called on the public to remain calm.He said Indonesia has a strong national energy reserve system and that there is no reason for concern over shortages.The agency also urged authorities to strengthen fuel distribution at critical points, including toll roads, the northern coast of Java and interprovincial routes.These measures are intended to prevent long queues at gas stations during peak travel periods.Indonesia is entering one of its busiest travel periods of the year, with millions expected to return to their hometowns for the holiday.