PENGAWASAN DINAS PERINDUSTRIAN DAN PERDAGANGAN TERHADAP AGEN DISTRIBUTOR ILEGAL GAS LPG 3KG DI KOTA PEKANBARU

Abstract

Supervision of the distribution of 3kg LPG gas plays a crucial role in maintaining order and ensuring subsidized goods reach eligible communities. However, illegal distributors in Pekanbaru continue to cause shortages and price hikes. This study focuses on Pekanbaru Mayor Regulation No. 114/2016, which assigns the Department of Industry and Trade (Disperindag) to oversee LPG distribution. However, supervision remains suboptimal due to limited resources and weak law enforcement.This research analyzes the implementation of Disperindag's oversight, identifies challenges, and proposes solutions. The study employs an empirical juridical method with a descriptive approach, utilizing primary and secondary data collected through literature reviews, observations, and interviews. The findings indicate: (1) Supervision is ineffective due to weak enforcement and lack of direct monitoring; (2) Key challenges include limited human resources, poor inter-agency coordination, and rampant illegal sales; (3) Improvements require stricter regulations, harsher sanctions, and stronger collaboration with communities and related institutions to enhance LPG distribution oversight.