Use the Mosque Area to Wash Food, MBG Kitchen in Bogor Temporarily Stopped

JAKARTA - The National Nutrition Agency has temporarily stopped the Bogor Ranca Bungur Bantarjaya 2 Nutrition Fulfillment Service Unit (SPPG) as of March 18, 2026. This decisive step was taken after the Free Nutrition Meal (MBG) kitchen used a mosque area to rinse food without permission.

"This is not only a violation of procedures, but also damages the value of the sanctity and cleanliness of worship facilities that must be maintained. SPPG like this cannot be tolerated," said Deputy Head of BGN Nanik S. Deyang quoted from an official statement, Friday, March 20.

The decision refers to the Head of BGN Decision Number 401.1 of 2025 concerning the Technical Instructions for the Management of the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) Program for the 2026 Fiscal Year (TA) as well as the special report of the Bogor Regency Regional Coordinator regarding alleged violations of operational procedures.

"Our goal is clear, to maintain production quality, nutritional quality and food safety. Any action that has the potential to lower these standards must be immediately taken," he said.

During the period of operational suspension, SPPG Ranca Bungur Bantarjaya 2 is required to repair facilities and infrastructure and submit valid supporting documents to the Directorate of Regional Monitoring and Supervision II BGN.

Verification will be carried out to ensure that the repairs have been in accordance with the standards before the operational status is revoked.

"The revocation of the termination status can only be carried out after the verification is completed and all standards are met. There is no compromise for ignored procedures," he said.

BGN emphasizes that all SPPG must operate by prioritizing hygiene, food safety and compliance with applicable rules. Similar violations in the future will be dealt with firmly in accordance with applicable provisions.

"This is our form of responsibility to the community and public facilities. Every violation, no matter how small, has clear consequences," he concluded.