President Jokowi Hands Rice Packages to Beneficiary Families in Banten Province

President Jokowi hands over rice assistance to beneficiary families at Jombang district office, Cilegon city, Banten province, Tuesday (09/12). (Photo by: BPMI of Presidential Secretariat/ Muchlis Jr)

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo Tuesday (09/12) handed over rice packages to residents of Jombang district during his working visit to Banten province. The agenda was carried out in the implementation of the Government’s program to provide rice assistance to beneficiary families for three months (September-November).

The President told the beneficiary families that they will receive 10 kilograms of rice per month for three months.

“After the distribution in the previous three months, we continue to distribute 10 kg for the next three months,” he said.

On that occasion, Siti, one of the beneficiaries, expressed her gratitude to the President for the assistance.

“Alhamdulillah, thank God, I received rice, staple food. Thank you Pak Jokowi,” she said.

Other beneficiary, Elina, also thanked the Government for the assistance. She also expressed hope that the distribution of social assistance to the people will continue.

 (BPMI of Presidential Secretariat/AIT) (RAS/MMB)