The rice dispenser, nicknamed as a rice ATM, is located at Nghia Tan Ward in Cau Giay District will stop operation by noon tomorrow, April 30.
On April 29, thousands of people waited in line to receive the rice from the ATM despite the hot weather.
People were instructed to stand in many rows to ensure Covid-19 preventive regulations.
A woman took water along with her while waiting for her turn.
Many people used belongings such as a hat to keep their seat while trying to avoid the sunshine.
Security and volunteers were arranged to ensure order.
Volunteers making the list of people who came for rice donation.
Tomorrow morning, more people would come to receive rice as the ATM stops operation.
The rice dispenser serves around 3,500 people.
Hanoi also has another rice ATM situated on Vo Quy Huan Street, Bac Tu Liem District.
The concept was originally applied in HCM City, aiming to help ease hardships for the low-income people during the pandemic.
