MEDAN, MARCH 18, 2025 — PT XL Axiata Tbk (XL Axiata) has carried out tonnes of activities under the Spirit of Ramadan 1446H initiative. In the spirit of sharing and caring, Employees of XL Axiata organised the "Berbagi Kebaikan" efforts through the Majelis Taklim XL Axiata (MTXL Axiata). MTXL Axiata distributed essential aid packages to those in need in Sumatra, including orphans, the underprivileged, bilal mayit, mosque caretakers (marbot), mualaf, and Quran teachers.
Budi Utama Lubis, Head of Sales for XL Axiata West Southern 2, attended the "Berbagi Kebaikan" package distribution ceremony in Palembang. The aid was handed over in Medan by the Territory Sales XL Axiata Medan area, Nazar Ruddin, along with Medan Timur Sub-district Head Noor Alfi Pane, AP, PCM Kampung Dadap Medan Chairman H. Ramlan S, Ag. MA, PCA Kampung Dadap Chairwoman Nurhidayah, S. Pd, Lazismu Medan City Chairman Muhammad Arifin Lubis, S.E.Sy., M.E, and Bank Indonesia Representative Reza Febrian, SE, M, Ak. Meanwhile, in Pekanbaru, Ade Akmal Putra from Digital & Conventional Promotion XL Axiata West Central 2 distributed the aid.
Yanuar Tirta Kumaya, Chairman of MTXL Axiata, stated, "As part of the community, we are always pleased to share with people around us, particularly during this holy month of Ramadan. The aid provided comprises basic food kits for individuals in need. We hope that the effort will help the community and supply blessings during the holy month. This program's goal is to help people who are struggling financially. We believe that even modest acts can lead to great change, and we hope that this program will alleviate the load on our less fortunate brothers and sisters.”
Yanuar continued to state that this initiative is part of MTXL Axiata's "Berbagi Kebaikan" program, which aims to support underprivileged communities throughout Indonesia. The program is being implemented in many regions, including Medan, Pekanbaru, and Palembang. Through this program, XL Axiata employees not only focus on their professional work but also have the opportunity to make a broader contribution to society. The management is committed to creating a culture in which all employees are concerned about their surroundings.
This program was implemented in several cities across Sumatra. In Palembang, MTXL Axiata collaborated with Taman Pendidikan Al-Qur'an Griya Mutiara Palembang to distribute 33 staple food packages at the XL Axiata Palembang office on Friday, March 14. In Medan, MTXL Axiata worked with Lazismu (Muhammadiyah's Zakat, Infaq, and Sadaqah Institution), Bank Indonesia, the Muhammadiyah Kampung Dadap Medan Branch Leadership, and the 'Aisyiyah Kampung Dadap Medan Branch Leadership to distribute approximately 300 food packages at the Taqwa Mosque Hall in Kampung Dadap on Sunday, March 16. Meanwhile, in Pekanbaru, MTXL Axiata distributed 33 food packages at the XL Axiata Pekanbaru office on Tuesday, March 18.
The funding for the "Spirit of Ramadan 1446H" program comes from zakat and infaq contributions collected by XL Axiata management and employees. Every month, MTXL Axiata routinely gathers these funds, which are then managed and distributed to those in need, especially during the blessed month of Ramadan.
MTXL Axiata is committed not just to supporting orphans and underprivileged communities but also to engage in numerous social programs that have been carried out for years. In different regions, MTXL Axiata has contributed to essential infrastructure projects, including building bridges, water sources, electricity sources, home renovations, road construction, and even constructing mosques that serve as community hubs. Additionally, MTXL Axiata has launched water depot programs to ensure access to clean water for the community.
MTXL Axiata also conducts blood donation initiatives, mass circumcision events for both the general public and those with limitations, and other charitable projects that help society. With a sharing spirit, MTXL Axiata is committed to improving community well-being and creating a better environment for all. #JadiLebihBaik