Dadan Hindayana Speaks After Being Removed as Head of National Nutrition Agency
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Dadan Hindayana has spoken out after being removed as Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN).
- He stated that cabinet changes are the full prerogative of the President and thanked Prabowo for the opportunity.
- Hindayana expressed confidence in the new leadership and the continuation of the free nutrition program.
Dadan Hindayana has broken his silence following his dismissal as Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN). He asserted that changes within the cabinet are entirely the President's prerogative, stating, "Cabinet changes are the full prerogative of the President. He understands best what is needed to implement the planned work program."
Cabinet changes are the full prerogative of the President. He understands best what is needed to implement the planned work program.
Hindayana expressed his gratitude to Prabowo for the opportunity to serve in the cabinet, which he described as something he had never imagined. "I am infinitely grateful for being given the opportunity to be a member of the Merah Putih Cabinet, which was never imagined before," he said. He also conveyed his belief that Prabowo will lead Indonesia successfully and bring prosperity to all its citizens.
Extending his congratulations to the new leadership at BGN, Hindayana voiced his confidence that the "Free Nutritious Meal" program will continue to benefit recipients. "Congratulations to the new BGN leadership. God willing, they will make the MBG program even more qualified and beneficial for all beneficiaries," he stated.
I am infinitely grateful for being given the opportunity to be a member of the Merah Putih Cabinet, which was never imagined before.
It was previously reported that Prabowo had removed Dadan and his deputies, Lodewyk Pusung and Sonny Sanjaya. Naniek S Deyang has been appointed as the new Head of BGN, with Agustina Arum Sari and Major General TNI Trenggono stepping in as deputy heads.
Congratulations to the new BGN leadership. God willing, they will make the MBG program even more qualified and beneficial for all beneficiaries.
Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.