As part of the collaborative program between the 2024 cohort of the Library and Information Science Department, Diponegoro University, and the Regional Indonesian Broadcasting Commission (KPID) of Central Java, a broadcast content monitoring activity for television programs was carried out on November 26, 2025. This activity aimed to assist KPID Central Java in ensuring that all broadcasting institutions comply with the Broadcasting Code of Conduct (P3) and the Broadcast Program Standards (SPS).
The monitoring was conducted directly through several national television stations, focusing on potential violations that may harm the public, undermine broadcasting ethics, or contradict regulations concerning child protection, privacy, and public interest.
The results of the television broadcast monitoring conducted by the students of the Library and Information Science Department, Diponegoro University (2024 cohort), together with KPID Central Java, indicate that there are still several broadcast programs with potential violations of the Broadcasting Code of Conduct (P3) and the Broadcast Program Standards (SPS). The monitoring was carried out directly on November 26, 2025 across several national television stations at various broadcast times.
Figure 1, Broadcast monitoring process
At 09:35 WIB on MNCTV during the program “Rempah Sepuh,” content was found that presented information about traditional medicine without adequate scientific explanation. Such content has the potential to mislead the public, as health information must be delivered accurately, responsibly, and without creating false perceptions. This finding suggests a possible violation related to the presentation of sensitive information without credible basis.
Furthermore, at 10:14 WIB on Kompas TV, an advertisement was shown featuring exaggerated claims about the product being promoted. The advertisement did not provide limitations or clarifications that should be conveyed transparently to the public. Such broadcasts may violate regulations on advertising standards, which require advertisements to be educational and not misleading.
The monitoring also identified indications of violations in a probiotic advertisement on MNCTV at 10:20 WIB. The advertisement presented specific health claims that may not be scientifically verified. Presenting health claims without scientific evidence can endanger the public, as viewers may believe in unproven benefits. This points to a potential violation concerning the delivery of accurate factual information.
Figure 2, Broadcast monitoring process
Additionally, an advertisement for Bejo Jahe Merah aired on MNCTV at 10:40 WIB included a tagline stating that the product “can be consumed by all ages.” This claim may be misleading, as herbal products typically have usage restrictions, especially for children, pregnant women, or individuals with certain medical conditions. This finding suggests a potential violation of health-related advertising rules that require clarity and accuracy of information.
At 15:09 WIB on RCTI during the program “Preman Pensiun X,” scenes of violence were found that are inappropriate for the broadcast time, which is still considered a safe viewing period for children. Broadcasting violent content during unsuitable hours may negatively affect children’s psychological well-being and violates child protection regulations in television broadcasting. Therefore, this finding indicates a potential violation related to child protection in broadcast media.
The final monitoring observation was made during the program “Uang Kaget” or a similar concept aired on MNCTV at 15:17 WIB. The show included depictions of an individual’s private life presented for commercial purposes. Such content constitutes a violation related to privacy, as it involves personal matters that should not be publicly disclosed without a justified public interest. This finding highlights the need for broadcasters to exercise greater caution when presenting content involving personal privacy.
