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ACTNews, SOUTH
TANGERANG – The emergency situation triggered by the surge in Covid-19
cases has brought a severe impact on the community’s economy. Those who have
contracted the virus can no longer work while the activities in Java and Bali
have been restricted by the Emergency PPKM policy.
In response to
this, Aksi Cepat Tanggap (ACT) supported by volunteers held a Free Food
Operation in Pamulang, South Tangerang, Tuesday (7/6/2021). On this occasion,
meal packages were handed over to orphans, casual workers, poor families, and
people who are self-isolating.
"This program
is intended to provide ready-to-eat food to people in need, especially those
who are economically disadvantaged and are affected by the current
pandemic," explained Rody Maryanto from ACT South Tangerang Program team.
ACT’s Humanity
Food Truck came to the area to distribute the meal packages, assisted by the
volunteers who consisted of students and local residents. Eri Sukriya, a
resident of West Pamulang, was one of the volunteers. He made sure that
hundreds of residents affected by the current pandemic could enjoy the
delicious fruit of the community's generosity.
"To residents
who are self-isolating, we will take the meal packages directly to their
homes," explained Eri.
Asmat, the head of
the local RT, said that there were three families who were self-isolating in
their respective homes. To him, the Free Food Operation from ACT is very
helpful when people's activities are very limited.
"Thank you.
May Allah bless you," said a recipient who was self-isolating.
In addition to the
Pamulang area, ACT South Tangerang also distributed the food packages to Rumah
Lawan Covid-19 in Serpong. There, meal packages were distributed to patients
and healthcare workers on duty. The facility which was built by the South
Tangerang City Government is currently at full capacity due to the increasing
number of COVID-19 cases. []
