Tag #National Food Program

What are the immediate impacts and changes resulting from the launch of Indonesia's nationwide free nutritious meal program?

The Indonesian government launched its nationwide free nutritious meal program (MBG) across 26 provinces. The program, initially piloted in 2024, began distribution from central kitchens, like the one in Halim Perdanakusuma, Jakarta, serving 1,500 meals on the first day, with plans to increase to 3,000. The initial menu included teriyaki chicken, beans, rice, and banana, but lacked milk due to supply difficulties.