A coalition of Indonesian university student executive boards (BEM Bersatu) has accused a politician from the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP) of involvement in recent demonstrations against the government’s proposed free nutritious meal program (MBG). The student alliance alleges the politician instigated the protests, which oppose the program. Details regarding the nature of the alleged involvement have not been fully disclosed. The MBG program, a key initiative of the current presidential candidate from PDIP, aims to provide free and nutritious meals to students nationwide. This accusation raises questions about the motivations behind the protests and potential political maneuvering. PDIP officials have not yet responded to the allegations made by BEM Bersatu. The student group has called for further investigation into the matter.