IDThe Indonesian Population and Family Development Ministry (BKKBN) announced that the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and toddlers has reached 10.8 million recipients as of August 18, 2026. According to data from the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), this includes 964,000 pregnant women, 2.4 million breastfeeding mothers, and 7.4 million toddlers not enrolled in early childhood education programs. The program is delivered through 24,606 MBG kitchens nationwide, supported by 139,000 Family Assistance Team (TPK) members who provide both food distribution and educational support. The ministry emphasized ongoing training for TPK members and facilitators to enhance their ability to educate recipients on proper nutrition and healthy eating habits. These efforts aim to meet the national target of 21 million beneficiaries and reduce child stunting rates.
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