President Jokowi Hands Out Rice Assistance in Purwakarta

President Jokowi hands out government rice reserves for food assistance to beneficiaries at Sahate Purwakarta Square in Purwakarta regency, West Java province, Thursday (11/09). (Photo by: BPMI of Presidential Secretariat /Muchlis Jr)

On that occasion, the President had dialogues with beneficiaries and ensured that the rice reserves are well distributed.

“In April, May, and June, we gave 10 kilograms each month. Have you received it? Then in September, October, and November, we also gave 10 kilograms each month. Have you received it?” he asked, to which the beneficiaries answered yes.

President Jokowi stated that a similar assistance will be disbursed next month, adding that the Government will also give cash assistance of Rp200,000 per month for November and December 2023 period to beneficiaries of the Family Hope Program (PKH).

“Please check your bank accounts. In November and December, you will be transferred Rp200,000 for each month,” he remarked. (BPMI Presidential Secretariat/AIT) (DH/LW)