Governance of Social Data Verification in the PBI-JKN Program

A Study of the Ministry of Social Affairs’ Policy on the Deactivation of 7.39 Million Recipients

Abstract

This article discusses the governance of social data verification in the implementation of the National Health Insurance Contribution Assistance Recipient (PBI-JKN) policy, highlighting the case of the Ministry of Social Affairs deactivating 7.39 million participants in 2025. Using a policy study approach and good governance theory, this article analyzes how data accuracy, inter-agency coordination, and the principle of social justice are integrated (or ignored) in policy implementation. The results of the analysis show that, although this policy is based on the validity of DTSEN data, there are weaknesses in the mechanisms for community participation and for mitigating social impacts. This study recommends strengthening data system integration, local government involvement, and affirmative policy guarantees for affected vulnerable groups. These findings are relevant to improving the practice of data-based social policy governance in Indonesia.