Malaysians will be getting a small but welcome Aidilfitri treat this year—at least 5GB of free mobile data on the first day of the celebration. The initiative, known as the RAHMAH rebate incentive, is being fully covered by major telcos, not the government.
Who’s Involved and How It Works
According to the Communications Ministry, all Malaysians using a prepaid or postpaid plan from participating telcos will automatically receive a minimum of 5GB of extra data. The data will be valid for at least 24 hours, but the exact duration and terms will depend on each provider.
The list of telcos on board includes CelcomDigi, Maxis, U Mobile, TM Tech, YTL Communications, Pavo Comms, Tune Talk, redONE, REDtone, and XOX. Users are advised to check with their respective service providers for further details.
Not a Government Handout
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil clarified that the free data is not a government subsidy but an initiative by telcos as part of their corporate social responsibility. He described it as a collaborative effort between the ministry and service providers, aligned with the government’s broader MADANI framework to enhance public welfare.
Beyond just free data, the initiative is intended to strengthen connections between loved ones during Aidilfitri, especially for those celebrating apart. In an era where video calls and festive WhatsApp spams are as much a part of Raya as ketupat and rendang, a bit of extra data certainly won’t go amiss.
What You Need to Know
• Who gets it? All Malaysians on prepaid or postpaid plans from participating telcos.
• How much? At least 5GB of free data.
• When? The first day of Aidilfitri.
• How long does it last? Minimum 24 hours, subject to each telco’s policy.
• Do you need to sign up? No, it will be credited automatically.
So, if you find yourself drowning in Raya greetings, video calls, and TikTok tutorials on folding Raya money packets, at least your data plan won’t be the first casualty.
