Bali Governor Denies Hindering Free Nutritious Meal Program

Bali Governor Wayan Koster has firmly denied claims that he is obstructing the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program. His response came after a protest at the Bali Governor's Office on Tuesday. Koster stated that the Bali Provincial Government has taken concrete steps to support national strategic programs, including allocating 7.1 hectares of land for the construction of a Nutrition Fulfillment Service Unit (SPPG) facility for the MBG program.

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The Bali Provincial Government has taken concrete steps in supporting various national strategic programs, first, the provision of 7.1 hectares of land for the construction of an SPPG facility for the MBG Program.

The governor emphasized that SPPG facilities are being developed across all regencies and cities in Bali. He noted that the proposal for these facilities was submitted to the Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) on May 20, 2025. Koster also highlighted his understanding of the state's structure, where regional governments are obligated to implement policies and programs led by the Indonesian President, Prabowo Subianto.

Beyond the MBG program, Koster clarified Bali's commitment to other national initiatives mentioned during the protest. For the Red and White Village/Urban Cooperative program, over 2 hectares of land have been allocated across Bali. For the People's School program, 5.67 hectares in Karangasem Regency are being used for construction, which is nearing completion.

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I deeply understand the order of the state and the implementation of governance, that our government is one, covering the central government and regional governments.

Governor Koster appealed to all members of the Balinese community, including social media users, to prioritize accurate, objective, and responsible information. He urged the public not to be easily swayed by what he described as misleading news. "Especially to the public, do not be easily influenced by misleading news, let us together support and succeed the national strategic programs implemented by the President of the Republic of Indonesia," he said. Koster had previously instructed the Bali Provincial Secretary and relevant regional heads to coordinate with the central government and local regencies to ensure the smooth implementation of these programs.

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Especially to the public, do not be easily influenced by misleading news, let us together support and succeed the national strategic programs implemented by the President of the Republic of Indonesia.