Memantau Pelaksanaan Program Makan Bergizi Gratis Presiden Prabowo di 26 Provinsi - ULASAN ISTANA

Summary

President Prabowo Subianto's free nutritious food program, launched in 26 provinces starting January 6, aims to improve children's nutrition while boosting local economies. Schools and communities across Indonesia participate, offering meals like rice, chicken, vegetables, and fruit. While some regions face logistical challenges, the program is designed to expand, with a goal to cover more areas and support rural economies. However, concerns over funding remain, with officials stating that the current budget of 1 trillion IDR may not suffice to reach all students, leading to proposals for additional funding in the coming months.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Indonesian government, under President Prabowo Subianto, has launched a free nutritious meal program as a priority initiative to ensure children’s nutrition.
• 😀 The program has been implemented across 26 provinces and is aimed at improving the nutritional status of schoolchildren, mothers, and infants.
• 😀 The initiative began on January 6 and has been rolled out at 190 locations in various regions, including Jakarta, Medan, and Depok.
• 😀 In Jakarta, one elementary school served 400 students free nutritious meals, including rice, chicken, vegetables, and fruits.
• 😀 Students in Medan expressed preferences for the free meals, which included a variety of dishes like rice, chicken, tofu, and vegetables, helping them save money on snacks.
• 😀 The program also targets pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, as well as toddlers, with nutritious meals provided in posandu (health posts).
• 😀 Some schools, such as SDN 064965 in Medan, are yet to offer the meals daily, with plans to start regular distribution in the coming week after initial socialization efforts.
• 😀 President Prabowo emphasized that the program not only addresses children’s nutritional needs but also aims to stimulate local economies through food distribution.
• 😀 In Depok, local women have been involved in preparing the meals, fostering community engagement and empowerment within the program.
• 😀 There are concerns regarding the program's budget, with the Minister of Food, Zulkifli Hasan, stating that the initial budget of Rp 1 trillion may not be enough, as an estimated Rp 420 trillion would be needed to cover all students in Indonesia.

Q & A

What is the free nutritious meal program mentioned in the transcript?

The free nutritious meal program is an initiative by President Prabowo Subianto's administration to provide healthy meals to schoolchildren, pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, and infants across Indonesia.

When did the program start and how widespread is it?

The program started on January 6 and is being implemented simultaneously at 190 locations across 26 provinces in Indonesia.

How does the program benefit students in schools?

Students in schools, like those in Jakarta, receive free nutritious meals, such as rice, chicken, vegetables, and fruits, which help improve their nutrition and reduce the need to bring meals from home.

What is the significance of the free meal program for mothers and infants?

The program also provides free nutritious meals for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, as well as infants, helping to ensure the health and well-being of the entire family.

Are all schools able to participate in the program regularly?

Not all schools can implement the program daily yet. Some schools, like SDN 064965 in Medan, are still in the process of organizing regular meals, with full participation expected to begin next week.

What is the broader economic impact of the program according to President Prabowo?

President Prabowo emphasizes that the program not only improves children's nutrition but also stimulates local economies by involving local workers, such as mothers in Depok, in preparing the meals.

What is the involvement of local communities in the meal preparation?

In Depok, 50 local residents, mostly mothers, are involved in cooking the meals. They contribute to meal preparation, working in shifts to ensure meals are ready for distribution to the children.

What concerns have been raised about the funding for the program?

Concerns about the program's budget have been raised, particularly regarding the sufficiency of the initial funding of IDR 1 trillion. Minister of Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan highlighted that this amount may not be enough to cover the entire population of students.

How much additional funding is expected to be needed for the program?

According to Zulkifli Hasan, an additional IDR 420 trillion would be required to provide free nutritious meals for all students across Indonesia for a year. A proposal for an additional IDR 10 trillion is expected to be made in June.

What is the long-term plan for the free nutritious meal program?

The government aims to operate the free nutritious meal program in 5,000 service units, or kitchens, and plans to continue the program until the end of 2025, with a focus on improving the quality of nutrition for future generations.