President Prabowo Samples Free Nutritious Meal Programme with Students in Tabanan, Bali

President Prabowo Subianto conducted a working visit to the Sekolah Rakyat Menengah Pertama (SRMP) 17 Tabanan, Bali, on Sunday (7/6/2026). During the visit, the Head of State had the opportunity to sample the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) menu alongside students and parents.

According to an official statement from the Indonesian Government Communication Agency (Bakom), the moment of togetherness took place warmly after the President provided guidance to the students. An intimate atmosphere was evident as one student led a formal report before the meal commenced.

“Report! Lunch is ready to be served,” the student stated firmly in front of the President. “Proceed!” Prabowo replied briefly while heading to the school dining hall.

During lunch, President Prabowo took the time to engage in dialogue with the students, inquiring about their family backgrounds and where they live in Bali. The MBG menu served that afternoon received positive feedback from the students, with one student noting, “It is delicious.”

In his address, President Prabowo emphasised that the Sekolah Rakyat programme is the government’s commitment to being present for the communities most in need. The programme is specifically designed for children from underprivileged families to ensure they maintain access to quality education without financial constraints.

“Indeed, we established the Sekolah Rakyat to assist those who are most struggling, those who are most vulnerable,” the President asserted.

The President also highlighted the high public interest in this educational model. At SRMP 17 Tabanan, there were approximately 400 applicants, while the school’s current capacity is only 270 students.

Responding to the limited quota, President Prabowo instructed central and local governments to immediately collaborate on finding solutions, including the procurement of new land to increase school capacity as quickly as possible. This step is intended to ensure that no child loses the opportunity to learn due to facility limitations. “This means we must expand as quickly as possible; the regents will be tasked to assist, and if not, the central government will seek land. We will make the effort,” he concluded.