Uber partners with Bangladesh Red Crescent Society

Uber on Wednesday announced a pledge of 25,000 free rides worth Tk 75 lakhs to the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) to help it transport frontline healthcare workers, volunteers, and vulnerable communities including the elderly to Covid-19 vaccination hubs in and around greater Dhaka.

These free rides can be availed through unique and easily redeemable promo codes for travelling to and from vaccination centers. The maximum redeemable value of each ride is Tk 300 and the offer is valid till December 31, said a media statement on Wednesday.

Last week, Uber announced its pledge to provide 50,000 free rides worth Tk 1 crore for citizens travelling to and from vaccination centers across the greater Dhaka area. Aimed at supporting the Bangladesh government’s vaccination drive, both these initiatives are a part of Uber’s global commitment to provide 10 million free or discounted rides to ensure that transportation is not a barrier to getting the vaccine and to help authorities contain the pandemic.

Speaking about the initiative, Bangladesh Red Crescent Society Secretary General Feroz Salah Uddin said, “We’re delighted to partner with Uber for supporting the vaccination efforts in our country. These rides will facilitate transportation of the vulnerable and senior citizens as well as our volunteers and frontline healthcare workers, who are working round the clock to save lives and inoculate our citizens. This timely support will ensure we can protect ourselves, our families, friends and our communities from the pandemic. We look forward to joining hands with Uber in building back better.’’