Tag: Ramadan

Schools in Blitar Extends At-Home Learning by One Week Under Special Ramadan Schedule

RADAR BLITAR – Schools in Blitar will extend at-home learning by one week ahead of Ramadan 2026, following a joint ministerial directive that introduces a special Ramadan school schedule across Indonesia.

The Blitar City Education Office confirmed that students will study from home between Feb. 18 and Feb. 21, 2026. Schools will then resume in-person classes from Feb. 23 to March 14 after the family-based learning period ends.

Dindin Alinurdin, head of the Blitar Education Office, said the policy implements a joint circular issued by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, the Ministry of Religious Affairs, and the Ministry of Home Affairs. Authorities designed the measure to align schooling with the Ramadan period.

Under the Ramadan school schedule, schools will adjust daily timetables. Classes will start at 7:00 a.m., while each subject period will be shortened by five minutes. Individual schools will determine dismissal times based on these reductions.

Education officials also urged schools to emphasize character and religious values during Ramadan. They encouraged teachers to integrate faith-based activities and moral development alongside academic learning.

“The Ramadan period should strengthen students’ character, especially through consistent religious practices already established in schools,” Dindin said.

The blended learning approach, combining home study and shorter school hours, aims to give students more family time while maintaining educational continuity during the fasting month.

19/02/2026
Tulungagung Civil Servant Work Hours Cut for Ramadan, 32.5-Hour Week Enforced

RADAR TULUNGAGUNG – The Tulungagung civil servant work hours Ramadan policy introduces shorter weekly schedules for government employees during the fasting month. Officials require all civil servants in the Tulungagung regency administration to complete 32.5 working hours per week under the new timetable.

Tulungagung Regency Government confirmed that Ramadan hours run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Meanwhile, Friday hours extend slightly to 3:30 p.m., acting regional secretary Soeroto said after the regent approved and circulated the directive.

Although daily hours decrease, authorities stress that employee discipline must remain strong. Soeroto acknowledged that staff often need time to adjust physically at the start of Ramadan. However, he emphasized that all civil servants must still follow official schedules.

Furthermore, the administration monitors attendance through an app-based system that records presence in real time. As a result, employees cannot manipulate check-in data.

Unexcused absences automatically reduce performance-based income. Therefore, officials expect compliance to remain high despite the shorter Ramadan schedule.

Soeroto warned that civil servants who skip work without valid reasons face disciplinary action after 10 absences. If violations exceed 20 instances, authorities may impose severe penalties, including dismissal without honor.

The rule applies to all government employees in Tulungagung, including permanent civil servants, contract-based PPPK staff, and part-time personnel assigned to regional agencies.

Despite reduced office hours, the government said public services will continue operating normally throughout Ramadan. Agencies must maintain service delivery standards under the adjusted schedule.

Soeroto urged civil servants to treat Ramadan as a period to strengthen work ethic and integrity. He added that public service itself forms part of religious devotion.

19/02/2026
RSUD dr Soedomo Services Remain Normal During Ramadan, ER and Inpatient Care 24/7

RADAR TRENGGALEK – The RSUD dr Soedomo Ramadan services schedule will run normally throughout the fasting month. Therefore, residents can continue accessing emergency, inpatient, and outpatient care without concern about reduced hours..

RSUD dr Soedomo Trenggalek confirmed that all core medical services will operate 24 hours a day during Ramadan. According to acting director Dr. Saeroni, hospitals must maintain uninterrupted care regardless of fasting schedules.

“Hospital services during Ramadan remain the same in principle. Emergency and inpatient units operate 24 hours,” he said.

Medical staff will continue working in the standard three-shift rotation used outside Ramadan. As a result, doctors and nurses remain available at all times across departments.

The morning shift runs from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., while the afternoon shift covers 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. The night shift then operates from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. the next day. Consequently, patient care continues without interruption.

In addition, outpatient polyclinics will maintain regular service hours during Ramadan. Patients can still access consultations and routine treatment without major schedule changes.

Clinic services typically begin at 8 a.m. and continue until all registered patients receive care. Thus, hospitals prevent delays in non-emergency treatment during the fasting month.

However, administrative staff follow government Ramadan working-hour policies for five-day schedules. Morning office hours generally run from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with shorter hours on Fridays.

Nevertheless, these adjustments affect only administrative functions. Medical care availability remains unchanged. Hospital leaders stress that clinical services take priority over internal scheduling changes.

Authorities apply the same principle across Trenggalek’s broader healthcare network, including community health centers. Emergency and essential services remain available around the clock.

Ultimately, Saeroni emphasized that hospitals and health facilities cannot pause critical care under any circumstances. Continuous service ensures patient safety throughout Ramadan.

19/02/2026
Ramadan Takjil Market Returns to Pasar Pon and Town Square to Boost Local SMEs

RADAR TRENGGALEK – The Trenggalek Ramadan takjil market will reopen at Pasar Pon forecourt and the town square during Ramadan 2026. The local government aims to support ngabuburit traditions and increase sales for small businesses during the fasting month.

Trenggalek Regency Government designated both locations as official takjil zones for evening food trading. Vendors may begin selling from the first day of Ramadan, operating daily from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., said Saniran, head of the Cooperative, Microenterprise, and Trade Office.

Authorities selected Pasar Pon and the town square because both sit in the heart of Trenggalek. Residents can reach the areas easily by foot, motorbike, or car, and parking facilities already support high visitor flows.

Each Ramadan, families and commuters gather at these sites before sunset to buy ready-to-eat meals and sweet snacks for iftar. Officials expect similar or higher foot traffic this year as the designated markets return.

Saniran said structured takjil zones help residents find diverse food options in one place. At the same time, the policy increases visibility and daily revenue for micro and small enterprises, which rely heavily on Ramadan demand.

Local SMEs traditionally record their highest seasonal sales during Ramadan. By concentrating vendors in two official markets, the government ensures steady customer flow and fair competition among sellers.

Saniran noted that many participating traders come from local households and home industries. The Ramadan market therefore supports family income and circulates spending within the local economy.

Officials also expect the organized layout to attract more visitors than scattered roadside stalls. Concentrated activity often encourages impulse purchases and longer visits, which further benefits vendors.

Authorities require all vendors to maintain halal standards and strict food hygiene. Sellers may offer only clean, safe, and permissible products. Officials will monitor compliance during operating hours.

Vendors must also keep stalls tidy and remove all equipment after closing. No structures or materials may remain overnight at either site. The rule ensures public spaces stay clean and accessible each morning.

“After closing time, vendors must take all equipment home,” Saniran said. He added that consistent enforcement will keep both areas orderly throughout Ramadan.

Vendors at Pasar Pon follow standard market retribution rules set by local regulations. Market authorities collect the fees as part of routine management.

The town square area operates under the regional financial agency’s authority, which applies a different fee mechanism. Officials said the dual system reflects existing administrative responsibilities for each public space.

The government also urges visitors to help reduce waste during the Ramadan rush. Officials encourage shoppers to bring reusable bags and avoid single-use plastic packaging.

High visitor numbers typically increase food packaging waste at takjil markets. Authorities hope public participation will keep both locations clean despite heavy evening crowds.

Saniran said the structured Ramadan market aims to balance tradition, order, and economic impact. “We expect Pasar Pon and the town square to remain lively takjil centers while staying clean, orderly, and beneficial for SME turnover,” he said.

19/02/2026
Muhammadiyah Begins Ramadan Tarawih as Lunar New Year Prayers Coincide in Tulungagung

TULUNGAGUNG – A calm spiritual atmosphere filled Tulungagung on Tuesday. Muhammadiyah followers began Ramadan with their first tarawih prayers. At the same time, local Chinese-Indonesian communities held Lunar New Year worship rituals.

The Muhammadiyah Ramadan tarawih prayers took place Monday evening at Al Fattah Mosque. The mosque serves as a major worship center for Muhammadiyah members in the town. Hundreds of worshippers arrived soon after the isha prayer. They gathered to mark the start of Ramadan 1447 in the Islamic calendar.

Meanwhile, Confucian believers and ethnic Chinese residents across Tulungagung prayed to welcome Lunar New Year 2557. Both observances unfolded peacefully. As a result, the town displayed strong interfaith harmony.

Abu Syaibah Bustomi, deputy chair of the Muhammadiyah branch in Tulungagung, led the tarawih prayer. He also serves as chief imam at Al Fattah Mosque. He expressed gratitude for reaching another Ramadan.

“Tonight we performed the first tarawih. Tomorrow begins the first day of fasting based on Muhammadiyah’s astronomical calculations,” he said.

Muhammadiyah determines the start of Ramadan using hisab, an astronomical calculation method. The organization has applied this system consistently for decades. Moreover, leaders consider it scientifically grounded and religiously valid.

“If eclipses can be calculated to the second a hundred years ahead, then determining Ramadan can also be calculated,” Bustomi explained.

However, Bustomi stressed that differences in determining the start of fasting remain normal. Various Muslim groups use different methods. Nevertheless, he said, such variation does not affect core beliefs.

“We do not blame one another. These differences are a blessing. The principle is tolerance, mutual respect, and understanding,” he said.

Al Fattah Mosque can hold about 1,300 worshippers across two floors. Around 400 people attended the first tarawih night. Typically, attendance rises during the middle and final weeks of Ramadan.

“Any Muslim may pray here. We do not differentiate. What matters is comfort and devotion in worship,” Bustomi said.

18/02/2026
Ramadan Grave Pilgrimage Boosts Tulungagung Flower Sellers’ Income by 100%

TULUNGAGUNG – Ramadan grave pilgrimage traditions in Tulungagung, East Java, are driving a seasonal surge in income for local flower sellers, as families visit cemeteries ahead of the Islamic holy month.

In the week leading up to Ramadan 1447 Hijri, cemetery areas across Tulungagung have grown crowded. Residents arrive with relatives carrying packets of mixed flowers to scatter on family graves, following the long-standing Javanese tradition known locally as Geren.

For small vendors, the ritual brings a sharp rise in sales.

Dini, 36, who has sold flower packets outside a neighborhood cemetery in Kepatihan for years, said her earnings typically double before Ramadan.

“Sales increase by up to 100 percent because of the Geren tradition,” she said.

She sells each packet for 5,000 rupiah (about $0.30). The mix includes ylang-ylang, rose, and boreh flowers, along with a small bottle of perfume oil used during the ritual scattering.

On peak days, she can earn up to 500,000 rupiah in net profit.

Another vendor, Nurokhim, 42, from Sanggrahan village in Boyolangu district, reported a similar trend. He said this year’s pre-Ramadan period has nearly doubled his usual revenue.

He noted that visitor traffic now remains high throughout the week, not only on weekends. Pilgrims arrive steadily from morning until late afternoon.

The Geren tradition holds deep cultural meaning in Tulungagung. Families visit graves before Ramadan to pray, remember ancestors, and reconnect with family roots ahead of the fasting month.

For vendors, the annual pilgrimage season provides vital income. Many rely on the short but intense surge in demand each year.

Flower sellers say they hope the tradition continues. Beyond its spiritual value, they say, it sustains small local livelihoods and seasonal micro-economies around cemeteries.

18/02/2026
Blitar Chicken Prices and Chili Costs Surge Ahead of Ramadan, Raising Market Concerns

RADAR BLITAR – Blitar chicken prices are rising sharply as Ramadan draws near, putting pressure on household budgets across the city. Traders say growing demand has outpaced available supply, triggering noticeable increases in poultry and chili costs.

In recent days, the price of freshly slaughtered chicken has jumped to Rp 40,000–Rp 42,000 per kilogram. Previously, it ranged between Rp 35,000 and Rp 38,000. As a result, many shoppers now face steeper grocery bills.

Chili prices have surged even more dramatically. Bird’s eye chili, which once sold for Rp 30,000 per kilogram, now reaches Rp 80,000 to Rp 86,000. Consequently, both consumers and small food vendors are feeling the strain.

Budi Santoso, a 53-year-old poultry trader at Pasar Templek in Blitar City, confirmed that prices began climbing earlier this week. According to him, the increase follows a familiar annual pattern.

“Prices usually go up before Ramadan. People hold more thanksgiving gatherings and family events,” Budi said on Wednesday (February 11).

He explained that stronger demand consistently pushes prices higher ahead of the fasting month. Typically, each chicken weighs around two kilograms. Therefore, a whole bird now sells for Rp 80,000 to Rp 84,000.

At the same time, sales volume has increased. On regular days, Budi sells around 50 kilograms of chicken. However, as Ramadan approaches, he prepares up to 100 kilograms per day. This surge reflects heightened consumer activity across traditional markets.

Meanwhile, chili traders report a supply crisis. Ali Mahmud, a vendor at Pasar Legi in Blitar, said unstable weather has disrupted harvests at the farm level.

“Supply is tight because the season has been bad. Many chilies are damaged or rotten,” Ali explained on Tuesday (February 10).

Unpredictable rainfall has triggered plant diseases and reduced crop quality. As a result, fewer chilies reach the market in sellable condition. Moreover, delayed shipments from outside Java have worsened the shortage.

Currently, bird’s eye chili sells for as high as Rp 86,000 per kilogram. Ali warned that prices could climb further if supply chains fail to stabilize.

Beyond price hikes, traders also face shrinking stock volumes. Normally, Ali sells up to 80 kilograms of chili per day. Now, he can only secure about 50 kilograms.

Because middlemen struggle to source fresh produce, vendors must limit their daily quotas. Consequently, buyers often compete for limited stock, especially during peak hours.

Other commodities have also recorded price movements. Curly red chili has increased to Rp 30,000 per kilogram, up from Rp 24,000. Shallots have surged to Rp 40,000 from Rp 26,000.

In contrast, garlic prices have slightly declined to Rp 30,000 per kilogram. This drop provides minor relief for consumers, although it does little to offset rising protein and chili costs.

Market observers say the pattern reflects a typical pre-Ramadan cycle. Demand for staple foods traditionally rises as families prepare for fasting month gatherings and communal meals.

However, this year’s weather disruptions have amplified the impact. When high demand meets weak supply, prices tend to escalate quickly.

For now, Blitar chicken prices and chili costs remain under close watch. If supply improves in the coming weeks, prices may stabilize. Otherwise, households could face continued volatility throughout Ramadan.

12/02/2026
Pendaftar Pasar Takjil Jalan Kenanga Membludak hingga 380 Orang, Pemkot Blitar Tegaskan Hanya Warga Kota yang Boleh Berjualan

RADAR BLITAR – Antusiasme pelaku usaha kecil di Kota Blitar menyambut datangnya bulan Ramadan tahun ini terbilang sangat tinggi. Hal itu terlihat dari membludaknya jumlah pendaftar Pasar Takjil Jalan Kenanga yang dikelola Pemerintah Kota Blitar melalui Dinas Perindustrian dan Perdagangan (Disperindag). Jumlah pendaftar yang masuk tercatat mencapai 380 orang, jauh melampaui kuota stan yang telah disiapkan pemerintah daerah.

Kepala Disperindag Kota Blitar, Parminto, mengungkapkan bahwa pada pelaksanaan Pasar Takjil Ramadan tahun ini, pihaknya hanya menyediakan sebanyak 150 stan di kawasan Jalan Kenanga. Meski kuota terbatas, minat masyarakat untuk ikut berjualan sangat besar sejak awal pendaftaran dibuka.

“Pendaftaran kami buka mulai pukul 08.00 sampai 09.00. Tapi kenyataannya, sebagian besar pendaftar sudah datang sejak pukul 06.00 pagi untuk mengantre,” ujar Parminto, kemarin (10/2).

Animo Tinggi Sejak Hari Pertama

Menurut Parminto, tingginya jumlah pendaftar menunjukkan bahwa Pasar Takjil Jalan Kenanga masih menjadi lokasi favorit pedagang untuk memanfaatkan momentum Ramadan. Pasar ini dinilai strategis karena ramai pengunjung dan sudah dikenal masyarakat sebagai sentra takjil setiap sore menjelang berbuka puasa.

Meski jumlah pendaftar jauh melampaui kuota, Disperindag tetap melayani seluruh calon pedagang yang datang. Setiap pendaftar dicatat dan diverifikasi sesuai persyaratan yang telah ditetapkan.

Seleksi Pedagang Menggunakan Sistem Undian

Karena keterbatasan jumlah stan, Disperindag Kota Blitar menerapkan mekanisme undian untuk menentukan pedagang yang berhak menempati Pasar Takjil Jalan Kenanga. Sistem ini dipilih agar proses seleksi berlangsung adil dan transparan bagi seluruh pendaftar.

Parminto menjelaskan, pedagang yang tidak lolos undian tidak serta-merta kehilangan kesempatan berjualan. Pemerintah kota telah menyiapkan sejumlah lokasi alternatif yang bisa dimanfaatkan selama Ramadan.

Lokasi Alternatif Disiapkan

Untuk mengakomodasi pedagang yang tidak mendapatkan stan di Jalan Kenanga, Disperindag menyediakan beberapa titik tambahan. Lokasi yang disiapkan antara lain pelataran Pasar Templek dan halaman Pasar Legi.

Lokasi alternatif tersebut hanya diperuntukkan selama bulan Ramadan dengan jam operasional yang dibatasi, yakni mulai pukul 15.00 hingga 18.00. Di luar jam tersebut, pedagang tidak diperbolehkan berjualan.

“Kami ingin aktivitas ekonomi tetap berjalan, tapi tetap tertib dan tidak mengganggu lingkungan sekitar,” jelas Parminto.

Jenis Dagangan Dibatasi Khusus Takjil

Disperindag juga menetapkan aturan terkait jenis barang dagangan yang boleh dijual. Seluruh pedagang diwajibkan menjajakan makanan atau minuman takjil untuk kebutuhan berbuka puasa.

Pedagang dilarang menjual bahan pokok atau komoditas lain di luar kategori takjil. Aturan ini bertujuan menjaga fungsi Pasar Takjil Jalan Kenanga sebagai pusat jajanan khas Ramadan.

Stan Dilarang Dialihkan

Selain itu, Parminto menegaskan bahwa pedagang yang telah mendapatkan stan tidak diperbolehkan mengalihkan, menyewakan, atau memperjualbelikan tempat berjualan kepada pihak lain. Jika di tengah pelaksanaan ada pedagang yang memutuskan berhenti berjualan, maka stan wajib dikembalikan kepada Disperindag.

“Stan akan kami kelola sesuai ketentuan, tidak boleh diperjualbelikan,” tegasnya.

Setiap pedagang juga dikenakan retribusi sebesar Rp 1.000 dan diwajibkan melaporkan hasil penjualan atau omzet selama mengikuti Pasar Takjil Jalan Kenanga.

Diprioritaskan untuk Warga Kota Blitar

Disperindag memastikan Pasar Takjil Jalan Kenanga diprioritaskan bagi pelaku usaha yang merupakan warga Kota Blitar. Hal ini dibuktikan dengan kewajiban melampirkan kartu tanda penduduk (KTP) Kota Blitar saat pendaftaran.

“Tujuan utama kegiatan ini untuk memfasilitasi pedagang kecil warga Kota Blitar agar bisa memanfaatkan momentum Ramadan. Dengan jumlah pendaftar mencapai 380 orang, ini menunjukkan bahwa ruang usaha yang tersedia masih terbatas,” pungkas Parminto.

11/02/2026