Komnas HAM Ungkap Indikasi Kuat Pelanggaran HAM dalam Pelaksanaan Program MBG

Indonesia's National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) has uncovered significant indications of human rights violations within the "Makan Bergizi Gratis" (MBG) program, a government initiative focused on providing nutritious meals. Komnas HAM's extensive research and field visits led to the conclusion that the program's planning and execution carry substantial human rights risks.

The MBG program, identified as one of President Prabowo Subianto's "Fast Best Outcome Programs," aims to improve the nutritional status of children, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and toddlers. However, Komnas HAM Commissioner Pramono Ubaid Tanthowi stated that the program's implementation has revealed strong evidence of human rights infringements.

Komnas HAM's findings stem from various activities, including expert discussions, consultations with nutrition and state policy experts, and field studies in West Kalimantan, West Java, and East Java. The commission identified potential violations of several rights, including the right to health, children's rights, the right to food, freedom of opinion and expression, the right to information, the right to decent work, and the right to remedy for victims.

One key criticism is that the MBG program has focused excessively on the quantity of beneficiaries rather than the quality and specific nutritional needs of recipients. "The application of nutritional standards based on the Recommended Daily Allowance (AKG) has not been optimal to ensure each beneficiary receives adequate nutrition according to their needs," Pramono explained. Komnas HAM also pointed to a lack of transparency regarding information related to food providers (SPPG), with some schools reportedly unaware of administrative requirements. Concerns were also raised about unclear standards and mechanisms for determining SPPG service areas and the absence of transparent sanction procedures for providers involved in food poisoning incidents.