EDOTCO Pakistan Spearheads Community Development

News Desk

Islamabad: In 2023, EDOTCO Pakistan, a prominent player in the telecommunications infrastructure sector, demonstrated a significant commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR).

The company’s dedication to uplifting underprivileged communities, especially those with limited access to grid power, reached a milestone with the successful implementation of the Tower to Community (T2C) initiative.

This visionary project, based in Tehsil Kabir Wala, Multan, not only provided clean energy to nearby households but also established a benchmark for seamlessly integrating sustainable energy practices with societal upliftment.

By harnessing solar energy, EDOTCO Pakistan creatively transformed its towers into not only telecom infrastructure to connect the unconnected but also as power sources for off-grid homes in the vicinity.

This initiative highlights the company’s pivotal role in promoting sustainable development and solidifies its steadfast commitment to improving community welfare and livelihoods.

In its ongoing efforts towards community welfare, EDOTCO Pakistan also launched the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) school program, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering awareness of health and safety practices.

The program was initially tested in Islamabad and the Mansehra District, showcasing the company’s proactive approach to creating a safer and more health-conscious environment. Launched first at the Mansehra Public School & College in April 2023 and later at the Pehli Kiran Schools in Islamabad in December 2023, the OHS program educated students on essential health and safety standards. Additionally, it provided them with crucial first-aid kits and fire extinguishers, aligning with EDOTCO Pakistan’s goal of fostering a secure and healthy society.

Abdul Aziz, the Country Managing Director at EDOTCO Pakistan, emphasized the company’s unwavering commitment to community upliftment through the successful execution of the T2C initiative and OHS School Program.

He expressed, “As an integral part of the EDOTCO Group, we consistently align our strategic initiatives with sustainable growth, with a sharp focus on community development and positive impact creation. Our efforts to bridge technological gaps underscore our dedication to inclusive development. The realization of these collaborative and innovative initiatives is a testament to our commitment to making a substantial difference.”

“At EDOTCO Pakistan, we recognize the pivotal role of technology in societal advancement. Our determination is unwavering in ensuring its benefits are accessible to all. The T2C initiative and OHS School Programme exemplify our active engagement in community welfare.

With our collective endeavors and forward-thinking strategies, we reaffirm our commitment to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve. Looking ahead, our focus remains steadfast on fostering a connected, brighter, and more inclusive future.”

Established in 2013 as a subsidiary of the Malaysian-based EDOTCO Group, EDOTCO Pakistan has consistently championed tower infrastructure. Their comprehensive offerings, including tower leasing, co-locations, and energy management, emphasize sustainability at all levels.

A joint study with Roland Berger suggests that infrastructure sharing by tower companies has the potential to save mobile network operators up to US$10 billion, with consumers enjoying savings of up to US$67 billion by 2025, resulting from affordable 5G services.