BGN temporarily suspends nutrition services in East Nusa Tenggara

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has decided to temporarily stop operating its Nutritional Fulfillment Service Units (SPPG) in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) due to the discovery of low-quality food in the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) Program. This action was taken after findings of unfit food within the MBG program prompted the agency to conduct a full investigation and laboratory testing of the food samples. Working with independent institutions, local health, and education departments, BGN is determined to get to the bottom of the issue and ensure the well-being of the affected students. Expressing apologies to the students, parents, schools, and other affected parties, Redy Hendra Gunawan, Special Staff to the BGN, reiterated the agency’s commitment to upholding high standards in procuring and distributing MBG meals. Safety and health of all MBG recipients are top priorities for BGN, which is actively collaborating with local government authorities and implementing corrective measures such as thorough partner screening, enhanced hygiene standards, improved supply chain, and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to prevent such incidents in the future. By learning from this experience and with the support of stakeholders, the agency aims to ensure the MBG Program complies with food safety regulations and continues to benefit the people.

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