Zulhas Requests KPK Oversight for Free Nutritious Meal Program

High-Stakes Program Monitoring

Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan (Zulhas) has formally requested that the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) provide oversight for the government's Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program. This initiative comes as the program is allocated a substantial budget of Rp 350 trillion, designed to benefit 82.9 million recipients.

Addressing Corruption Concerns

Zulhas highlighted the critical nature of this program and stressed that its implementation must be carefully monitored to prevent any potential corruption or leakage. The minister made this request during the Anti-Corruption Day event held at the Coordinating Ministry for Food Affairs in Central Jakarta.

Government's Commitment to Transparency

The MBG program is one of the government's flagship initiatives aimed at improving nutrition among the population. With such a large budget and wide-reaching impact, ensuring its proper execution is a top priority for the administration. Zulhas's request to the KPK underscores the government's commitment to maintaining transparency and integrity in the program's implementation.