PDIP Forbids Cadres from Exploiting the MBG Programme, Prepares Sanctions for Violations

The Central Executive Board (DPP) of PDIP has instructed all members not to exploit the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme for personal or group interests. PDIP will take firm action against members who violate the rules.

This is stated in a circular letter dated 24 February 2026, received on Thursday (26/2/2026). The letter was signed by PDIP Secretary-General Hasto Kristiyanto and DPP Chairman Komarudin Watubun.

In the letter, the PDIP DPP affirms that the MBG programme is funded from the State Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBN), including through the reallocation of the national education budget sourced from public taxes.

“That the education budget is essentially used as much as possible for national education interests in order to improve the life of the nation, including for the salaries and allowances of teaching staff, improving the capacity and quality of teachers, and providing educational facilities and infrastructure,” the letter stated.

PDIP claims to have received various reports from the public regarding alleged irregularities in the implementation of the MBG. These include inaccuracies in targeting, quality of implementation, cases of poisoning, and alleged corruption and abuse of power.

PDIP affirms that it has an obligation to oversee that every programme funded by public funds is truly targeted, transparent, accountable, and does not harm the public. PDIP also reminds that, institutionally, the technical person in charge of the implementation of the MBG is the National Nutrition Agency (BGN).

PDIP also instructs its members, both in the structural, legislative, and executive branches, not to exploit the MBG programme. PDIP emphasizes that members must maintain integrity.

“It is strictly prohibited, both directly and indirectly, to exploit the MBG programme to seek financial gain or other material benefits,” the letter said.

“It is obligatory to maintain integrity and ensure that there is no abuse of power that can damage public trust in the party,” it added.

PDIP also asks members to oversee the implementation of the MBG in each region. PDIP states that it will impose sanctions on members who violate the rules.

“Oversee the implementation of the MBG programme in their respective regions so that it runs in accordance with the provisions of the law, is well-targeted, transparent, and prioritizes the safety and interests of the community,” the PDIP letter said.

“Any violation of these instructions will be considered a violation of party discipline and will be subject to organizational sanctions in accordance with the Party’s Articles of Association and Bylaws and internal Party regulations,” it added.