8,182 SPPGs Suspended Since MBG Launch; 2,213 Remain Inactive
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has temporarily closed or suspended thousands of Nutrition Service Units (SPPGs) across Indonesia. The temporary closures stem from public feedback, regional officials’ reports, surprise inspections (sidak), and monitoring of notable incidents affecting beneficiaries.
“From the launch of the MBG programme on 6 January 2025 until 29 May 2026, out of 27,208 operational SPPGs nationwide, 8,182 have been suspended,” said Nanik S. Deyang, BGN’s Deputy Head of Public Communication and Investigation.
In Region I, covering Sumatra, of the 5,968 operational SPPGs, 148 remain suspended. Ten were suspended due to notable incidents, while 138 faced suspension over infrastructure, organisational management, and nutritional quality issues. Meanwhile, 610 previously suspended units have resumed operations, bringing the total suspended in Region I to 758.
In Region II, which includes Java, of 16,594 operational SPPGs, 1,666 remain suspended. Sixty-one were suspended due to notable incidents, and 1,605 for infrastructure, management, and nutritional quality issues. Additionally, 1,800 previously suspended units have resumed operations.
“Thus, a total of 3,466 SPPGs in Region II have been suspended,” Nanik said.
In Region III, covering Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Nusa Tenggara, Maluku, and Papua, of 4,646 operational SPPGs, 399 remain suspended. Twenty-five were suspended due to notable incidents, and 374 for infrastructure, management, and nutritional quality issues. Meanwhile, 3,559 previously suspended units have resumed operations, bringing the total suspended in Region III to 3,959.
Across all regions, a total of 8,182 SPPGs have been suspended. Of these, 5,659 have resumed operations after meeting requirements, while 2,213 remain suspended for failing to comply with technical guidelines on management and infrastructure.
Reasons for Suspension
SPPGs can be suspended for various reasons, including menu-related incidents such as digestive issues, diarrhoea, or vomiting among beneficiaries.
Suspension may also occur if meal costs exceed the prescribed budget of Rp 8,000 or Rp 10,000 per portion. Other violations include price gouging on ingredients and non-compliance with technical guidelines regarding facility layout and operations.
SPPGs without a Sanitation and Hygiene Certificate (SLHS), wastewater treatment facilities (IPAL), or accommodation for the SPPG head, nutrition supervisors, and financial supervisors may also face suspension. Other grounds include inadequate kitchen equipment, poor management practices, disputes between partners and foundations, and fewer than 15 suppliers.
Nanik added that the number of suspended SPPGs could rise further, as the BGN now requires each unit to distribute MBG to at least 300 beneficiaries from the 3B group (pregnant women, nursing mothers, and toddlers).
“If SPPGs fail to provide data on MBG distribution to the 3B group by 2 June 2026, they will face major suspension (without incentives) and their heads will receive a stern warning,” said the Chairman of the Ministry and Agency Coordination Team for MBG Implementation.