President Prabowo Subianto’s Free Meal Program Causes Backlash in Indonesia

Idoh’s daughters were thrilled when their primary school started offering free lunches last month. However, just two weeks into the program, after consuming a meal of chicken, rice, tofu, and salad, Idoh’s children fell ill and required medical attention. She mentioned, ‘They felt sick after eating the food.’ This incident highlights the alarming consequences of poor oversight in President Prabowo Subianto’s key election commitment. The lack of proper monitoring and regulation has resulted in severe health issues for many children participating in the program.