CelcomDigi strengthens monsoon preparedness in critical locations across Malaysia

Partnership with Malaysian Relief Agency (MRA) andMalaysian Red Crescent (MRC) focuses on enabling connectivity during inclementweather conditions.

PETALING JAYA, 15 OCTOBER 2026– CelcomDigi Berhad (CelcomDigi) is reinforcing its commitment to supportingcommunities during the annual monsoon season by working with relief partners tohelp Malaysians stay connected and ensuring aid can be delivered quickly whenneeded. Through partnerships with Malaysian Relief Agency (MRA) and MalaysianRed Crescent (MRC), CelcomDigi will provide emergency connectivity at various temporaryevacuation centres (Pusat Pemindahan Sementara, PPS), alongsidehumanitarian assistance and on-ground relief support.

The initiative is expected to provide relief for more than 3,400 households, with capacity for on ground support for approximately 42,000 people across six flood-prone states: Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu, Johor, Pahang and Sabah. To enable this, CelcomDigi has provided MRA with four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicles, rescue boats, essential equipment such as mobile charging stations, water and jet pumps, generators and volunteers as part of the support.

Other key assistance from CelcomDigi include:

• 15 PPS in high-risk areaswill be equipped with Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) units to help affectedfamilies stay in touch and access important information or communicationservices during the emergency.
• Elevation of key network structures in flood-prone areas to better protect critical radio and electronic equipment from water     damage.
• Maintaining round-the-clock standby operations teams to deploy power generators and other resources to affected sites,     helping to minimise disruptions to network services.
• Working with the National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) and relevant authorities to disseminate timely information     to communities in high-risk areas.

Beyond its flood response efforts, CelcomDigi is also encouraging Malaysians in flood-prone areas to prepare ahead of the monsoon season. Through its Flood Preparedness Kit, the company provides practical guidance and essential information to help people respond effectively during flood-related emergencies.

The Flood Preparedness Kit, which will be available via the CelcomDigi App and CelcomDigi’s social media platforms, can be downloaded here English and Bahasa Malaysia.

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