Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has temporarily suspended operations of 1,256 Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units (SPPG), or MBG kitchens, in eastern Indonesia starting April 1, 2026, due to lacking Sanitation Hygiene Certificates (SLHS) and Wastewater Treatment Installations (IPAL). Rudi Setiawan, Director of Monitoring and Supervision for Region III at BGN, stated the move ensures food safety and hygiene standards in the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program.
Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency (BGN) announced the temporary suspension of 1,256 Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units (SPPG), or MBG kitchens, in eastern Indonesia, covering Region III, starting April 1, 2026. The announcement came from Rudi Setiawan, Director of Monitoring and Supervision for Region III at BGN, in Jakarta on March 31, 2026.
Rudi Setiawan explained that the suspended SPPG have not registered for Sanitation Hygiene Certificates (SLHS) and lack Wastewater Treatment Installations (IPAL). "Rencana SPPG yang akan kami suspend terhitung mulai tanggal 1 April 2026 di wilayah III adalah yang belum memiliki SLHS dan IPAL," he said. He stressed these are essential requirements for food safety and waste management in the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program.
In Nusa Tenggara Barat (NTB), 302 SPPG are affected, as confirmed by NTB MBG Task Force Chair Fathul Gani via BGN's official letter No. 1218/D.TWS/03/2026 dated March 31, 2026. Fathul stated, “Ya, benar. Totalnya ada 302 SPPG yang ditutup sementara operasionalnya.”
BGN had previously issued warnings and time extensions for compliance, but some SPPG failed to act. BGN Head Dadan Hindayana on March 20, 2026, affirmed the government's commitment to MBG quality through strict sanctions.
The suspension is temporary; SPPG can resume operations after verification of fixes. Rudi urged managers to promptly complete requirements.
