#ChennaiFloods: Paytm vows to recharge Rs 30 worth of talktime free of cost for anyone in Chennai

Even as the media is being criticized for its failure to highlight the grim situation in Chennai where the rains have left the city drowning and its people grappling for the bare necessities, more and more brands are coming forward with initiatives in order to make lives for everyone left in the lurch due to the floods.

After Zomato launched its delivery service where it not only allowed people- both from the city and outside to buy food for anyone who does not have access to it and deliver it to them, but also pledged to contribute one meal for every meal bought.

And, now online shopping website Paytm, mainly known for mobile recharging takes the centre stage with its unique initiative ‘Stay Safe, Chennai.’

In its blog the company states how important it is to stay connected in a crisis situation like this becomes a priority so that one is aware of how their friends and family are doing.

But rains and incessant floods also lead to power cuts and mobile network sites being unable to process recharging amounts.

Thus, Paytm realised how one helping hand can make a difference, and it decided it’s time Chennai got a little gift from them. “If you would like to recharge anyone’s mobile number so that they can remain connected during this tough time, please call us at 18001030033 and share the mobile number. We will recharge it with Rs.30 worth of talk-time, free of cost,” the blog adds.

The company also mentioned how the heartwarming gestures by people on Twitter willing to recharge for people who are stuck in the floods through Paytm proved as an inspiration.

Paytm signed off its post by stating that Chennai should #staycharged.