Indonesia Expands Nutrition Program to Serve Millions

Major Expansion of Nutrition Services

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) is poised to launch an unprecedented expansion of its nutrition fulfillment program through 19,188 new service units (SPPG) starting January 8, 2026. This massive rollout is designed to serve approximately 55.1 million beneficiaries across various regions of Indonesia, marking a significant leap from the initial 190 SPPG that served about 570,000 beneficiaries when the program began in January 2025.

Strategic Development and Implementation

BGN Head Dadan Hindayana emphasized that 2025 was used to establish a strong foundation for the program. The agency's efforts resulted in a hundredfold increase in service units by year-end, demonstrating massive and measured preparation. This strategic development underscores the government's commitment to creating a sustainable national nutrition system.

Impact and Future Prospects

The expansion of the nutrition program represents a critical step in Indonesia's health infrastructure development. By significantly increasing both the number of service units and the beneficiary base, the government aims to address nutritional needs more effectively across the population. This initiative is expected to have far-reaching impacts on public health and nutrition outcomes in Indonesia.