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West Nusa Tenggara had the highest percentage of subsidized rice distribution (Raskin) to poor households in 2015. The province distributed Raskin to 78 percent of its population, followed by Central Java at 64 percent and Aceh at 59 percent. Other provinces distributed Raskin to less than 55 percent of their populations. Bangka Belitung had the lowest rate, with only 5.6 percent Raskin absorption.
The low quality of the subsidized rice is a reason why many people are still reluctant to buy it, even at a low price. Complaints about the rice's yellowish color and the presence of weevils are common. The Raskin program, launched in 2003, is considered ineffective, prompting the government to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the food subsidy.
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