Jakarta \u2013 National Nutrition Agency (BGN) Head Sudaryono said\nimplementation of the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme when schools\nswitch to remote learning (PJJ) is adjusted in line with local\ngovernment policy and the timing of notification that services are to be\nsuspended. The mechanism is intended to ensure that food distribution\nremains accountable while also preventing meals already prepared from\ngoing to waste.<\/p>\n
Sudaryono explained that MBG provision at schools follows official\nnotifications from local governments, issued either by governors or\nregents. These notifications guide programme implementers in deciding\nwhen to suspend services if teaching and learning activities move\nonline.<\/p>\n
He said that if notification of a suspension is received before food\ningredients have been purchased and cooking preparations have begun, MBG\ndistribution will not take place the following day. Conversely, if the\nnotification arrives after preparation and cooking are under way, meals\nalready prepared will still be distributed through an accountable\nmechanism.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf notification comes after preparation and cooking have begun, the\nmeals already made will still be distributed. However, if the suspension\nhas been announced before ingredients are bought, there will be no\ndistribution the following day,\u201d he said on Friday (16 October\n2026).<\/p>\n
He stressed that this does not mean the MBG programme continues as\nusual during remote learning. Distribution is adjusted according to when\nthe suspension notice is received and how far service providers have\nprogressed with preparations.<\/p>\n
The BGN chief said meals already prepared need to be distributed\nthrough a clear process so that recipients can be properly accounted\nfor. This approach enables food resources to be used efficiently while\ncomplying with local government requirements.<\/p>\n
Through this mechanism, BGN aims to ensure that MBG implementation\nremains measured and accountable under different circumstances on the\nground. Adjusting distribution to local government policy and the status\nof preparations forms part of efforts to strengthen programme governance\nand manage the resources already used appropriately.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/bgn-explains-how-free-nutritious-meal-distribution-is-halted-during-remote-learning-1792158679", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }