Scammers allegedly use Indonesia’s free meal programme to cheat caterers ahead of Jan 6 rollout

[Channel NewsAsia] - 01/2/2025

The authorities urge the public to be vigilant against scams. They’ve also clarified meals will be completely free, after a video went viral of a parent claiming that a school wanted payment for lunchboxes.



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