Several corporate companies have come forward to offer assistance to those affected by the gas pipeline fire and explosion in Putra Heights, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke. He said the contributions from various parties, including corporate companies, demonstrate the strong collaboration between the private sector and the government in helping citizens facing disasters. “This is a great spirit among Malaysians, showing that when disaster strikes, everyone – government and citizens alike, come together to support one another,” he said after the donation handover ceremony by Berjaya Cares Foundation and Matrix Concepts Holdings Bhd at the Putra Heights LRT station here yesterday, Bernama reported. The donations were presented by Tan Sri Vincent Tan, founder of Berjaya Corporation Bhd, to 300 families, while Chai Keng Wai, chief executive officer Matrix Concepts Holdings Bhd, handed over aid to 100 families, with Loke witnessing the event. In total, 400 families received cash assistance amounting to RM3,000 from both companies. In addition, Carsome contributed 50 Perodua Bezza cars, which will be available for use by the victims for free for one month. The donation was handed over by Carsome’s group chief business officer Aaron Kee. “I have also secured free motorcycles for the owners whose motorcycles were destroyed in the fire – approximately 63 motorcycles, along with their registration,” Loke added. In a separate development, Loke criticised the negative reactions to the initiative by DAP in establishing a fund to aid the Putra Heights victims, calling such criticisms inappropriate. The special fund, which was activated for one week from April 2 to April 9, has raised RM107,698 by 4pm on Friday.