New Nutrition Agency Chief Vows Tight Budget Controls After Graft Case

Nanik Sudaryati Deyang, the newly appointed Head of Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency (BGN), has pledged stringent budget controls for the free nutritious meals program (MBG). Her commitment comes in the wake of a corruption case involving her predecessor, Dadan Hindayana.

Deyang emphasized financial discipline, stating she will not make any financial decisions without the approval of the newly appointed Deputy Head, Agustina Arumsari. Arumsari brings experience from the Financial and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP), a move intended to bolster financial oversight within the BGN.

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I will not make any financial decisions without the approval of Bu Arumsari.

The agency's focus under Deyang's leadership will be on budget efficiency, ensuring that program targets are met without increasing the burden on the state budget. This approach aims to restore confidence and ensure the integrity of the MBG program.

President Prabowo Subianto officiated the appointments of Deyang, Arumsari, and another Deputy Head, Trenggono, at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta. These appointments replace officials implicated in the corruption scandal, signaling a commitment to reform and accountability within the BGN.

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So as not to burden the state budget at this time.