Regional Coordinator of Purwakarta Assaults SPPG Head, BGN Chief: Extremely Serious, Violence Cannot Be Justified

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - The Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), Sudaryono, condemned the actions of the Regional Coordinator of the Nutrition Service Unit (SPPG) Purwakarta, GD, who assaulted the Head of SPPG Purwakarta, RAN, as extremely serious.

Sudaryono confirmed that GD will no longer be involved in the free nutritious meal program (MBG).

GD has since been dismissed from his position.

"Absolutely, it’s confirmed. And I think it's quite... No, rather, it's extremely serious. I apologize, but looking at this, whatever the reason, such violent actions cannot be justified," Sudaryono stated at the Food Coordination Ministry in Jakarta on Monday (15/10/2026).

Sudaryono explained that he would not intervene legally if GD is reported to the police.

He mentioned that GD will be investigated until he receives appropriate punishment.

If the victim wishes to pursue legal action, Sudaryono encourages them to do so.

"Whatever the recommendations, I have no issue with it. So if someone feels aggrieved and decides to report this as a specific offense, we welcome it," he added.

The Incident

A video showing RAN being whipped by GD circulated on social media.

In the video, RAN is seen lying face down wearing black pants and a white tank top, attempting to fend off the whip made from a hose.

GD, wielding the hose, is dressed in a long-sleeved shirt and black pants.

While being whipped, RAN, initially lying down, shifts to a sitting position.

Not stopping there, GD, holding the hose, continues to whip RAN on the back.

RAN then tries to touch his back and move toward the corner of the room.

"Come on, fight here, come on," GD can be heard saying while holding the hose.