ATOM Delivers Essential Relief Items Valued at MMK 100 Million to Flood-Hit Communities in Yangon, Bago, and Hpa-An
ATOM, Myanmar’s leading 4.5G VoLTE network provider, has announced it is delivering essential items valued at MMK 100 million (100,000,000 Kyats) to provide immediate relief to thousands of people in Yangon and Bago regions, and Hpa-An, the capital of Kayin State, who were affected by the recent devastating floods. The torrential downpours have caused widespread damage and displacement, leaving communities in urgent need of essential supplies. With the support of its employee volunteers, ATOM is stepping up to deliver essential items to the affected areas.
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ATOM’s swift response includes the distribution of essential food items, such as rice, oil, sardines, canned beans, instant noodles, water, and electrolyte solutions, as well as essential non-food items like candles. These relief packages are being distributed to over 2,000 households, benefiting over 10,000 flood victims.
ATOM has allocated a budget of MMK 50 million for relief packages distributed in Yangon and Bago, and another MMK 50 million for Hpa-An, totalling MMK 100 million in support. ATOM’s dedicated employees are volunteering their time to distribute the relief packages directly to affected communities. Distribution commenced on 7 August 2024 in Yangon’s East Dagon Township and in Bago Region on 9 August 2024, and in Hpa-An on 12 August 2024.
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“Our hearts go out to all those affected by the floods. We believe in the strength of community and we hope the essential items that we are donating will provide some relief to those in need. ATOM is committed to supporting communities during times of crisis,” said Mr. Ahmad Abdallah, Chief Executive Officer of ATOM.
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U Thein Hoke, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer of ATOM, added, “Our teams are working tirelessly to ensure that aid reaches those who need it most. We are proud of our employees’ efforts and role in delivering this support. This donation aligns with ATOM’s commitment to support and contribute towards humanitarian relief efforts. Together, we will overcome these challenges and emerge stronger.”
ATOM’s community support activities are conducted under the banner of “ATOM WITH THE HEART,” focusing on three pillars: Advancing Life & Education, Digitalisation of Education & Health, and Humanitarian Care & Support. Since June 2022, ATOM has contributed nearly MMK 4 billion to various causes aligned with these pillars, positively impacting the lives of over 500,000 individuals across Myanmar.
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ATOM’s relief efforts to support the flood-affected communities align with its corporate responsibility pillar of Humanitarian Care & Assistance, which focuses on supporting communities in times of crisis. In 2023, ATOM delivered critical aid, including food items, to more than 40,000 families affected by Cyclone Mocha in Rakhine State, and flooding in Kayin and Mon states as well as Yangon and Bago regions.
