GEORGE TOWN: The diversity and inclusivity that is proudly Malaysian was proven yet again at the start of Thaipusam celebrations today everywhere in the country.
In Penang, among the sea of tens of thousands of ethnic Indians yesterday were thousands more non-Indians.Engineer Loh Vee Chin, 52, has never missed out on celebrating Thaipusam since he was in his 20s.
“I used to celebrate Thaipusam in Kuala Lumpur. After moving to Penang about 20 years ago, I continued to do so here.“This year, I pray for the betterment of our country and the well-being of my family,” said Loh, who was there with his wife and four daughters to break coconuts. “My mother succumbed to Covid-19 in 2021 and my wife suffered from the infection. Although life goes on, I now cherish them more than ever. This Thaipusam, I’m breaking a few coconuts to wish good health and fortune to everyone, and may there be an end to Covid-19,” he said.
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