Bulog Distributes Food Aid To 323,000 Families In East Kalimantan Region
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| Bulog distributes rice and cooking oil aid to over 323,000 families in East Kalimantan and North Kalimantan to support purchasing power and stabilize food prices. |
Perum Bulog has begun distributing food assistance to 323,824 beneficiary families across East Kalimantan and North Kalimantan.
Head of Bulog’s regional office for the area, Musazdin Said, confirmed that the aid includes essential food supplies.
“The food assistance consists of rice and cooking oil distributed to 323,824 beneficiary families,” he said during a briefing in Penajam Paser Utara on Friday.
Aimed At Supporting Purchasing Power
The program is designed not only to provide basic necessities but also to help maintain household purchasing power and stabilize food prices nationwide.
Musazdin also encouraged the public to report any discrepancies in beneficiary data to ensure the aid reaches the right recipients.
“People are encouraged to report any data inaccuracies so the assistance is properly delivered to those who are eligible,” he added.
Data Verification Through Local Collaboration
The list of beneficiaries is based on Indonesia’s Integrated Social Welfare Data (DTKS). Local governments, particularly village administrations through Social Welfare Centers (Puskesos), play a key role in verifying the data.
This cross-sector collaboration helps accelerate distribution while ensuring transparency and accuracy. Villages serve as the main distribution points, making the process more accessible for recipients.
Distribution Scheduled After Eid
For the February–March 2026 period, each beneficiary family will receive:
20 kilograms of rice
4 liters of cooking oil
Distribution is scheduled to take place after the Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijri celebration.
Part Of A National Program
This food assistance program is mandated by the National Food Agency, targeting approximately 33 million beneficiary families across Indonesia.
Under this assignment, Bulog is responsible for distributing government food reserves to eligible households.
Expected Impact On Communities
The program is expected to deliver multiple benefits, including:
Strengthening purchasing power among low-income households
Stabilizing rice and cooking oil prices in the market
Reducing food inflation pressures
With improved targeting and coordination, the assistance is expected to have a meaningful impact on communities in need.
FAQ
1. Who is eligible for the food assistance?
Families registered under Indonesia’s Integrated Social Welfare Data (DTKS).
2. What items are included in the aid?
Each family receives 20 kg of rice and 4 liters of cooking oil.
3. When will the aid be distributed?
After the Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijri celebration.
4. What should people do if there is incorrect data?
They can report it to local village offices or Social Welfare Centers (Puskesos).
5. What is the goal of this program?
To support purchasing power and maintain food price stability.
