Based on Permen PU Nomor 1 Tahun 2024, the Directorate General of Highways has the duty to formulate and implement policies in the field of road management in accordance with the provisions of laws and regulations.

In carrying out the aforementioned duties, the Directorate General of Highways performs the following functions:

1. Formulation of policies in the field of road management in accordance with the provisions of laws and regulations;
2. Implementation of policies in the field of national road management in accordance with the provisions of laws and regulations;
3. Implementation of policies in the field of connectivity enhancement that is a national priority;
4. Preparation of norms, standards, procedures, and criteria in the field of road management in accordance with the provisions of laws and regulations;
5. Provision of technical guidance and supervision in the field of road management in accordance with the provisions of laws and regulations;
6. Implementation of evaluation and reporting in the field of road management;
7. Administration of the Directorate General of Highways; and
8. Execution of other functions assigned by the Minister.