JAKARTA. FEBRUARY 26, 2025 – PT XL Axiata Tbk (XL Axiata), through its XL Axiata Peduli Program, has distributed aid to disaster victims in Indonesia. These include victims of Mount Ibu eruption in West Halmahera, North Maluku, as well as flood victims in Bandar Lampung, Lampung, and Pekalongan District, Central Java. In the case of an emergency calamity, relief is limited to basic essentials. The distribution was carried out by XL Axiata representatives, in collaboration with the Benihbaik Foundation, directly to the affected communities last week.
Reza Z. Mirza, Group Head of Corporate Communication at XL Axiata, stated, "We are very concerned about the disasters that have devastated various locations in Indonesia, particularly in Halmahera, Lampung, and Pekalongan, causing many citizens to flee their homes. XL Axiata hopes that by providing this aid, they will be able to alleviate the victims' burden and provide their basic necessities during this catastrophe. We are also working closely with local authorities and government officials to ensure the smooth distribution of supplies. We hope the situation improves quickly and the community can continue their usual activities."
XL Axiata has given emergency supplies to residents affected by the Mount Ibu eruption in Halmahera, including masks, blankets, bottled water, and other essential needs. On February 14, local partners of the XL Axiata Peduli Program distributed relief directly to inhabitants of Sangaji Nyeku Village, Tabaru Subdistrict, West Halmahera Regency.
Meanwhile, XL Axiata has delivered emergency supplies to flood victims in Bandar Lampung, including basic necessities such as milk and children's food. On February 13, Aditya Widiyanto, XL Axiata's Territory Sales representative for Bandar Lampung, handed up the relief straight to the villagers of Kampung Baru, Way Lunik Village, Panjang Subdistrict.
In Pekalongan, XL Axiata delivered emergency supplies that include bottled water, milk, bread, and other essentials. On February 13, local partners of the XL Axiata Peduli Program gave this relief directly to people of Petungkriyono Sub District in Pekalongan Regency.
To date, XL Axiata's technical team will be on standby to ensure that the network is fully functioning in the three disaster affected locations. This is meant to enable those in need of communication to stay in touch with their families or the authorities. XL Axiata's 4G network covers the majority of the impacted areas. Despite the unfolding calamity, XL Axiata's services remain functioning, allowing the public and the field employees to communicate.
With this assistance, XL Axiata intends to continue providing a concrete impact to communities in disaster affected areas. XL Axiata Peduli Program represents the company's commitment to being present for the community during difficult times while encouraging the development of resilient communities prepared to confront situations of emergency.