KUALA LUMPUR: Maxis Bhd, Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd, Bumi Armada Bhd and Measat have contributed RM5 million to the government's Dana Ihsan Madani in support of the ongoing flood relief and recovery efforts.
Maxis contributed RM2 million to the initiative, with Astro, Bumi Armada and MEASAT each contributing RM1 million.
The collective cash contribution is to support flood victims following the significant impact of recent floods in multiple states across Malaysia, especially in the East Coast region.
In addition, each organisation has been playing its part to assist affected communities through various humanitarian initiatives.
Maxis distributed 4,000 free mobile SIM cards and top ups at temporary relief centres (PPS) and provided essential supplies to 1,000 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) students impacted by the floods.
In addition to its network mitigation and community aid initiatives, Maxis also works closely with the authorities on flood alerts and response measures.
"Maxis and Measat are committed to ensuring dependable connectivity in flood-hit areas by providing free WiFi, mobile and satellite broadband connectivity at PPS and affected areas, and also for rescue operations.
"This will also enable impacted families and evacuees to stay connected with their loved ones, as well as help flood response teams to coordinate on-ground relief operations effectively," they said in a joint statement.
Meanwhile, Astro is committed to supporting communities affected by the recent flood crisis through a series of relief efforts under the Yayasan Astro Kasih Relief Fund.
Public donations and corporate contributions were mobilised to provide assistance to those in need.
Astro Radio's Kami Care Misi Banjir Donation Drive collected essential items such as dry foods and household supplies.
In addition, flood victims were eligible for free Astro Box replacements.