567 SPPG units in Sumatra region suspended, 450 resume operations
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has temporarily suspended 567 Nutrition Fulfilment Service Units (SPPG) that did not meet standards in Region I (Sumatra), of which 450 have now recovered after improving their standard operating procedures (SOP).
This step also reaffirms BGN’s commitment to the zero-tolerance principle against deviations in the delivery of public services under the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme. A total of 117 SPPG remain non-operational and are undergoing further evaluation processes.
Harjito, Director of Monitoring and Supervision for Region I at BGN, stated in Jakarta on Thursday that the suspension of operations is a systematic and measured instrument for enforcing standards.
“The suspension of operations is carried out based on strict evaluation indicators to ensure that all SPPG meet quality standards, food safety, and accountable governance principles,” he said.
Nevertheless, BGN has emphasised that technical details regarding field findings, including variations in challenges at each SPPG, have not yet been fully disclosed to the public. The deepening and verification process is still ongoing to ensure data accuracy and maintain objectivity in information dissemination.
Within the framework of improvement, BGN not only applies administrative sanctions but also prioritises a structured and sustainable coaching approach.
“Every SPPG whose operations have been suspended must undergo an intensive coaching and technical assistance process to promptly meet standards and resume optimal operations,” Harjito stated.
BGN is also strengthening an integrated regional-based monitoring system to enhance supervision effectiveness and accelerate early detection of potential deviations. This approach is expected to minimise the risk of repeated violations, speed up the operational recovery process for SPPG, and bolster supervision as part of the institution’s commitment to maintaining the credibility of the MBG programme.
“We ensure that every service delivery adheres to the established standards. There is no tolerance for practices that could undermine service quality or public trust,” Harjito added.