Telenor pledges Rs1.6b for corona relief efforts

Amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, Telenor has stood by Pakistan, and is living up to its purpose of connecting people to what matters most, and now committing to more.
As the current situation does not warrant business as usual, Telenor Pakistan and Telenor Microfinance Bank have gone over and beyond and pledged Rs 1.6 billion, in cash and kind, towards Covid-19 relief efforts.
The in-kind contribution has commenced through provision of subsidised and free services and offers and add-ons for telecom and banking consumers.
As the entire country has been swept with fear, concern and uncertainty, Telenor’s cash contribution is intended to provide relief and support to those that are fighting against the Coronavirus on the front lines.
In collaboration with Pakistan Red Crescent, Telenor is providing Personal Protective Equipment to the real heroes – the doctors, health workers and law enforcement professionals. Moreover, Telenor will channel part of this contribution towards COVID testing in the country.
Irfan Wahab Khan, CEO, Telenor Pakistan and Chairman Telenor Microfinance Bank said, “Many of our countrymen are feeling vulnerable, worried, and confused as the real effects of the current situation begin to show face. That’s exactly where we have a responsibility to stand shoulder to shoulder with our fellow citizens and create hope.
Today, more than ever before, I am extremely proud of the employees of Telenor who have donated their salaries towards this noble cause. It was heartening to know that all employees felt honored to have the opportunity to give back to the country that has given them so much.”
He further added, “We will continue to represent all that makes us Telenor, connecting Pakistanis to what matters most to them; and we will do so with compassion, with empathy and with unwavering courage as we remain committed to helping those around us. I truly believe that the future will be brighter and our people will come out stronger.”