JAKARTA - In commemoration of the 65th National Nutrition Day, PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) or KAI also supports the Government's program, namely free nutritious food to Jabodebek Light Rail Transit (LRT) participants to increase awareness about good nutrition for the younger generation.

"Well, for this program itself, we will do this in commemoration of National Nutrition Day, on January 25, which is commemorated on January 25 and this is also part of our support for the government's program," said Jabodebek LRT Public Relations Manager Mahendro Trang Bawono when met by media crews at Dukuh Atas Station, Thursday, January 30.

"So there is an aspiration from the government. One of them is to raise public awareness about the importance of Nutrition since this age," he added.

Meanwhile, as many as 189 participants from five schools who took part in the Edutrain program received balanced nutritious food that had been adjusted to the needs of children.

In addition, Mahendro conveyed that by holding Edutrain to children, it is also a form of introduction to public transportation such as the benefits of public transportation modes, and procedures for using the Jabodebek LRT.

"So indeed, for Edutrain itself, it is indeed a form of introduction to public transportation, yes, to children, especially for early childhood. Because later in the next 20 to 25 years, they will also use the mode of transportation. That's why we introduce it since now," he said.

"So later, so the introduction is about how to tap in and tap out, then what are the rules when you are on the train," he added.

Meanwhile, Jabodebek LRT Executive Vice President Mochamad Purnomosidi said this activity was a form of support for his party's program in increasing awareness of the importance of balanced nutrition from an early age.

Purnomosidi said the menu provided includes sources of carbohydrates, proteins, as well as vitamins and minerals to support children's growth and development.

"As part of public transportation, we not only provide safe and comfortable travel services, but also want to contribute positively to the community. Through this activity, we support efforts to raise awareness of the importance of good nutrition for the younger generation," he said.

Purnomosidi explained that the Jabodebek LRT Edutrain aims to introduce the benefits and procedures for using public transportation to children from various levels of education.

According to him, this program provides a direct experience using the Jabodebek LRT, accompanied by an educational team that explains safety and comfort in public transportation.

Purnomosidi said schools or educational institutions could register to participate in the Jabodebek LRT Edutrain program.

"In addition to introducing public transportation, Edutrain can also be a means of education for children about various things, including awareness of a healthy lifestyle. Through this activity, we hope that participants will benefit more from traveling," he said.

Purnomosidi expressed hope that this initiative could foster healthy eating habits from an early age while at the same time inviting more people to switch to more efficient and environmentally friendly public transportation.


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