# Indonesian Vice President response to Batang food poisoning

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indonesian-vice-president-response-to-batang-food-poisoning
> Updated: 2026-09-27T14:56:08.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka visited Batang Regency in Central Java to oversee the response to a mass food poisoning incident. The suspected poisoning, linked to the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program, affected 674 people in the Bawang district.

During his visit to medical facilities and schools, the Vice President prioritized medical care for victims and guaranteed that the government would cover all medical expenses. He called for a “transparent investigation” into the cause of the poisoning and demanded a thorough evaluation of the MBG program’s food safety protocols, specifically regarding hygiene, processing, storage, and distribution. Additionally, he instructed local authorities to appoint a cross-sector coordinator to manage health, education, and family support for those affected.

## Claims

- The government will cover all medical expenses for the victims to ensure families are not financially burdened. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka demanded that the investigation be completed quickly and its results be shared transparently. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Vice President Gibran Rakabuming visited Batang Regency to oversee the handling of suspected food poisoning victims. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- An investigation into the cause of the poisoning is currently underway. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- A comprehensive evaluation of food safety supervision is required, covering hygiene, processing, storage, and distribution. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- As of September 28, 2026, at 07:00 WIB, 674 people have been affected by suspected food poisoning in Bawang, Batang. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- 34 patients remain hospitalized at RSUD Batang, RSUD Limpung, and Puskesmas Bawang. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Vice President instructed the Regent of Batang to appoint a cross-sector coordinator to manage health, education, and family needs. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-27: Gibran Rakabuming visits Batang following mass food poisoning incident

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming visited Batang, Central Java, following a mass food poisoning incident in the Free Nutritious Meal program that has affected at least 674 people.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gibran-rakabuming-visits-batang-to-oversee-food-poisoning-response

### 2026-09-12: Gibran Rakabuming inspects healthcare readiness amid South Kalimantan forest fires

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming inspected healthcare readiness in Banjarbaru, South Kalimantan, following extensive forest and land fires affecting over 20,000 hectares in the region.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gibran-rakabuming-inspects-healthcare-readiness-amid-south-kalimantan-forest-fires

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