Jakarta, Oct. 21 -- The Indonesian government has suspended 112 nutrition fulfillment service units (SPPGs), or kitchens for the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program, for failing to meet safety standards set by the National Nutrition Agency (BGN).

"Of that number, 13 SPPGs have confirmed readiness for reopening. However, we will assess their eligibility first," Deputy Head of the BGN Nanik S. Deyang told the media in Jakarta on Tuesday.

After attending an event highlighting the Coordinating Ministry for Food's achievements in its first year, she explained that suspended MBG kitchens would only be allowed to resume operations once they fulfill all administrative requirements.

She underlined that all SPPGs nationwide are now required to o...