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BLSM distribution turns chaotic in Gorontalo
Hundreds of residents in Gorontalo swamped the post office on Thursday in search of temporary direct cash assistance (BLSM)
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undreds of residents in Gorontalo swamped the post office on Thursday in search of temporary direct cash assistance (BLSM).
Some elderly residents reportedly almost passed out during the registration process, while others, whose names were not listed, argued with officials.
The BLSM, Rp 150,000 (US$15) per month per household, is financial assistance issued along with the subsidized-fuel price hike, which took effect on June 22.
On Thursday, each beneficiary received Rp 300,000 two-month compensation payment. As many as 89.918 households in Gorontalo province are expected to receive the BLSM. There are 7,408 low-income households in Gorontalo City itself.
