Jakarta, Sept. 29 -- An Indonesian lawmaker has suggested adopting a hybrid model for the government's Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program to accommodate regional differences in schools and reduce the risk of repeated food poisoning.

"The MBG program has its strengths and weaknesses when carried out in schools. Perhaps we can use a hybrid method," said Hetifah Sjaifudian, chair of Commission X at the House of Representatives (DPR), on Monday.

She explained that the hybrid scheme would combine the current centralized kitchens - known as Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units (SPPGs) - in densely populated areas with school-based systems in remote regions.

"Many schools already have kitchens and relevant experience. This could be implemente...