In addition, he is also known for his Smart Kampung program which brought internet connections to 189 villages in Banyuwangi. Azwar Anas also significantly improved the Banyuwangi tourism sector.
In education, he launched Garda Ampuh, the regional movement to empower school dropouts, and Banyuwangi Mengajar. The program provides pocket money and transportation stipend to students from underprivileged families. He also launched the Rantang Kasih program which provides free nutritious food for poor senior citizens.
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On January 13, 2022, he served as head of the National Public Procurement Agency (LKPP). In Jokowi’s second-term administration, he will serve the remaining term of office of the cabinet until 2024. (un)