Bekasi City — Six students from SDN Kota Baru III, West Bekasi, were rushed to the Emergency Room at Ananda Hospital Bekasi after experiencing health complaints following consumption of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program.
Upon learning of the incident, the Mayor of Bekasi immediately visited the students receiving treatment. During this visit, the Mayor expressed concern while ensuring all victims received the best medical care.
“I am deeply concerned about this incident. Thankfully, the students’ condition is being handled by the medical team and is starting to improve. I guarantee all treatment costs will be covered until they fully recover,” stated the Mayor.
The Mayor emphasized that the Bekasi City Government will immediately evaluate the MBG food providers, including conducting food sample tests, to prevent similar incidents from recurring.
“The Free Nutritious Meals program is a good initiative for our children’s health. Therefore, food safety, hygiene, and quality will be our top priority. I have instructed all relevant departments to strengthen supervision,” the Mayor affirmed.
Furthermore, the Mayor urged parents and schools to remain calm. The Bekasi City Government and related agencies have deployed a team to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure the MBG program continues more effectively and safely for the community.