Prevent Repeated MBG Toxics, BGN Tightens Food Distribution Procedures

Free Nutrition Food (Photo: Antara)

JAKARTA - Preventing cases of free nutritious food poisoning (MBG) from recurring, the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has tightened food distribution procedures.

"As a corrective and preventive step, BGN will also immediately tighten the food distribution procedure. First, it is in the security protocol during the delivery process from the kitchen to the school," said Head of BGN Dadan Hindayana quoting Antara.

The second tightening procedure, he continued, limits the maximum delivery time to maintain food quality. Third, tighten distribution mechanisms in schools, including storage and delivery to students.

Fourth, set the time tolerance limit between foods to be accepted and must be consumed immediately. Fifth, determine the obligation to test organolyptic (showout, aroma, taste, and texture) to food before sharing.

Another case of MBG poisoning has occurred in the cities of Bandung and Tasikmalaya. In the city of Bandung, 342 students of SMP Negeri 35 experienced symptoms of food poisoning after eating MBG on Tuesday (29/4).

Meanwhile, the Tasikmalaya District Health Office (Dinkes) has handled 25 elementary and junior high school students suspected of having been poisoned after eating food distributed from schools.

For this reason, the Head of BGN Dadan Hindayana asked the public to wait for the results of an official investigation from BGN. Further information and progress of the case will be conveyed through the official BGN communication channel.

"We understand the concerns that arise in the community. For this reason, we urge all parties to remain calm and wait for the official results of the investigation. BGN will continue to convey information openly and responsibly," said Dadan Hindayana.

He emphasized that BGN continues to be committed to maintaining public trust and ensuring that the MBG Program remains a safe, healthy, and beneficial nutritional solution for Indonesian children.