President Prabowo Subianto officially inaugurated the leadership of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) on Monday, June 8, 2026, in Jakarta. Nanik Sudaryati Deyang was sworn in as head of the agency, supported by her two deputies, Trenggono and Agustina Arumsari, who will oversee financial management and the development of nutrition kitchens in 3T (Tertinggal, Terdepan, Terluar) regions, respectively.
Strategic Priorities for the National Nutrition Agency
Under Nanik’s leadership, the BGN is prioritizing budget efficiency to ensure the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) program remains sustainable without compromising its nutritional goals. As of June 8, 2026, there are 27,877 operational kitchen units recorded through the agency’s virtual accounts.
To manage resources effectively, the agency has implemented a moratorium on the opening of new kitchen units. Nanik emphasized that the focus for 2026 is on enhancing quality rather than increasing quantity. The agency plans to conduct field inspections to ensure existing kitchens adhere to official technical guidelines, with a new grading system being introduced to categorize kitchens based on their capacity to serve 1,000, 2,000, or 3,000 beneficiaries.
Financial Oversight and Operational Control
The agency’s internal structure is designed to enforce strict financial discipline. Nanik stated that she will not approve any expenditures without the approval of her deputy, Agustina Arumsari, who is tasked with managing the agency’s finances with precision.
Meanwhile, Deputy Trenggono is charged with expanding the reach of the nutrition program into underdeveloped and remote areas. This territorial expansion is expected to work in tandem with the ongoing quality control measures to ensure that the program reaches its intended targets across the country.
What Happens Next
The BGN is likely to increase the frequency of surprise inspections at kitchen locations to enforce compliance with technical guidelines. As the agency moves forward, it is expected that the grading system will be used to streamline operations, potentially consolidating smaller or underperforming units. These measures could allow the agency to maintain the program’s target objectives while simultaneously reducing the financial burden on the state budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
[Who are the leaders of the National Nutrition Agency?]
The agency is led by Nanik Sudaryati Deyang, with Trenggono and Agustina Arumsari serving as her deputies.
[What is the purpose of the moratorium mentioned by the agency?]
The moratorium is a pause on the opening of new kitchen units, intended to prioritize budget efficiency and focus on improving the quality of the 27,877 kitchens currently in operation.
[Will all students receive the Makan Bergizi Gratis?]
No. The agency is refocusing the program to exclude students from wealthy families, directing resources instead toward children who are in genuine need of nutritional intervention.
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