..the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has decided to shut down all Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units (SPPGs) found responsible for the food poisoning incidents.
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The government has assured that the investigation into the food poisoning incidents linked to the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program is being carried out promptly and comprehensively.

Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan made the statement during a press conference on the MBG incident at the Health Ministry office here on Thursday.

“The government continues to ensure that MBG is safe, as it is the right of all citizens so they can grow into a high-quality population. In line with President Prabowo Subianto's directive, we are thoroughly improving the MBG system and governance,” he stated.

He added that the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has decided to shut down all Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units (SPPGs) found responsible for the food poisoning incidents.

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Meanwhile, Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin emphasized that the government’s oversight of the MBG program will also involve the largest recipient units.

“The largest recipient units are within the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, covering around 450,000 schools,” Sadikin explained.

According to him, the government is requiring these schools to conduct strict checks before food is distributed — including inspections for color, odor, and the presence of slime.

He added that every six months, recipients will undergo height and weight measurements to ensure the program is properly targeted. “Every six months, recipients will undergo height and weight measurements, by name and by address, to complement the free health check-up program in schools,” he said.

President Prabowo Subianto has tasked relevant ministries and agencies to strengthen BGN’s governance following the recent food poisoning incidents linked to the MBG program in several regions.

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