Shree Gangatharan Shivaperuman Temple Ground Breaking Ceremony

Shree Gangatharan Shivaperuman Temple Ground Breaking Ceremony

Shree Gangatharan Shivaperuman Temple Ground Breaking Ceremony

The Penang Hindu Endowments Board received a special invitation from the Shree Gangatharan Shiva Peruman Devotees Association to attend the groundbreaking ceremony (Piling Works) graced by YB Senator Dr. Lingesh RA , Ybhg. Dato’ J Dhina Dhina , and YB Kumaran Krishnan.
 
The 1-acre site, owned by PHEB, has been authorized for the construction of the Shree Gangatharan Shivaperuman Temple in Taman Bagan, Butterworth. The ceremony began with ‘Ganapathy Homa’ and ‘Vasthu Pooja’ before the piling and construction works commenced.
 
The filling work began at 11 am and was graced by the presence of several distinguished guests:
•⁠ ⁠YB Senator Dr. Lingeswaran
•⁠ ⁠YB Kelvin, ADUN Bagan Dalam
•⁠ ⁠Dato Seri R. Arunasalam
•⁠ ⁠Dato Parthiban, Chairman, Penang Indian Chamber of Commerce
•⁠ ⁠Datuk Dhina, Penang State Chairman, MIC
•⁠ ⁠Mr. Sri, Temple Engineer
 
We pray that Lord Shree Gangatharan Shiva Peruman blesses this groundbreaking ceremony and that the temple construction progresses smoothly until the ‘Kumbhabishegam’ day as planned.
 
#penanghinduendowmentsboard #ShreeGangatharanShivaperumanTemple
Queen Street Temple Visit

Queen Street Temple Visit in conjunction with International Museum Day 2024

Queen Street Temple Visit in conjunction with International Museum Day 2024

YB Senator Saraswathy Kandasamy, the Hon’ble Deputy Minister for Entrepreneur Development and Co-operatives, returned to her hometown of Penang to celebrate International Museum Day 2024! 🎉
 
Born and raised in Little India, Penang, YB Saraswathy had the honor of launching the Program Muzium Bersama Komuniti (Museum Program with the Community). During the event, she extended her support to the local community by providing Rahmah aid to five Indian single mothers from the B40 group.
 
Following the event, YB Saraswathy visited the Queen Street Maha Mariamman Temple, managed by the Penang Hindu Endowments Board, to pay her respects and engage with the local community.
 
We’re proud to see our leaders actively contributing to and supporting our communities!
 
#InternationalMuseumDay #Penang #rahmahaid #CommunitySupport #LittleIndia #Malaysia
Wesak Day

Happy Wesak 2024

Happy Weasak

On this auspicious day of Wesak, we extend our warmest wishes to all who are celebrating. May this day be filled with peace, enlightenment, and joy as we commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Lord Buddha.
 
உலகுக்கு தியானத்தையும், அமைதியையும் போதித்த புத்தர் மகான் பிறந்த தினமாகவும், ஞானம் பெற்ற தினமாகவும், மறைந்த தினமாகவும், புத்த சமயத்தைப் பின்பற்றுபவர்களால் இன்று கொண்டாடப்படும் விசாக தினத்தில், அனைவருக்கும்
பினாங்கு இந்து* *அறப்பணி வாரியத்தின்* சார்பிலான விசாக தின வாழ்த்துகளைத் தெரிவித்துக் கொள்கிறோம்.
 
Pada Hari Wesak yang mulia ini, kami mengucapkan setinggi-tinggi ucapan selamat kepada semua yang meraikannya. Semoga hari ini dipenuhi dengan kedamaian, pencerahan, dan kegembiraan semasa kita memperingati kelahiran, pencerahan, dan pemergian Buddha.
 
#WesakDay #Peace #Harmony #Penanghinduendowmentsboard #Penang
Wesak Day
Blood Donation Campaign

Blood Donation Campaign

Blood Donation Campaign

A Blood Donation Campaign will be held at Sree Maha Mariamman Devasthanam in Butterworth, starting at 9:30 AM.
 
This event is in conjunction with the Fire Walking Ceremony 2024. Come and contribute to a great cause!
 
#blooddonation #SreeMahaMariammanTemple
Penang Indian Heritage Museum

Visit by the Heritage Institution of the National Heritage Board of Singapore

Visit by the Heritage Institution of the National Heritage Board of Singapore

On the 18th of May 2024, the Heritage Institution of the National Heritage Board in Singapore visited the Penang Indian Heritage Museum. The purpose of their visit was to understand the museum’s role in fostering community engagement and contributing to heritage preservation. They sought to learn about the strategies, programs, and best practices implemented by the museum to achieve these objectives. Additionally, they aimed to gain insights into our community engagement and heritage preservation initiatives and explore potential opportunities for collaboration or knowledge sharing.
 
During their visit, we conducted a comprehensive site tour and engaged in detailed discussions, allowing the visitors to achieve their objectives. They were impressed by the museum’s efforts and expressed interest in future collaborations. The visit was a valuable opportunity to share our experiences and establish a connection with the Heritage Institution of the National Heritage Board in Singapore for mutual benefit.
PHEB Panthal

Penang Hindu Endowments Board Panthal

Penang Hindu Endowments Board Panthal

The Commissioners of the Penang Hindu Endowments Board are delighted to serve Panthal food and beverages to devotees at the Sree Maha Mariamman Devasthanam Temple. Join us for a blessed and nourishing experience!
 
#penanghinduendowmentsboard #SreeMahaMariamman #CommunitySpirit
Penang Indian Heritage Museum

Malaysian Muthamizh Sangam visits the Penang Indian Heritage Museum

Malaysian Muthamizh Sangam visits the Penang Indian Heritage Museum

The members of the Malaysian Muthamizh Sangam visited our museum today. They not only shared many interesting stories and historical facts but also expressed how the place evoked fond old memories for them. They conveyed heartfelt thanks to the Penang Hindu Endowments Board for establishing Malaysia’s first Indian Heritage Museum. The honorable Datuk Seri Raju welcomed the group, engaged in discussions, and hosted a lunch to honor them.
 
மலேசிய முத்தமிழ்ச் சங்கத்தின் உறுப்பினர்கள் நம் அருங்காட்சியகத்திற்கு இன்று வருகை புரிந்தனர். பல சுவாரஸ்யமான கதைகளையும் வரலாற்றையும் பகிர்ந்ததோடு மட்டுமல்லாமல் பசுமையான பழைய நினைவுகளை இந்த இடம் தட்டியெழுப்பியது என மனம் நெகிழ்ந்தனர். மலே‌சியாவின் முதல் இந்திய மரபியல் அருங்காட்சியகத்தை உருவாக்கிய பினாங்கு இந்து அறப்பணி வாரியத்திற்கு மன மார்ந்த நன்றியினை தெரிவித்துக் கொண்டனர். மரியாதைக்குரிய டத்தோ ஸ்ரீ ராஜு அவர்களும் இந்த குழுவினரை வரவேற்று, கலந்துரையாடி மற்றும் மதிய உணவினையும் வழங்கி சிறப்பித்தார்.
Penang Indian Heritage Museum

Dr. Kasturi Bhattacharjee visits the Penang Indian Heritage Museum

Dr. Kasturi Bhattacharjee visits the Penang Indian Heritage Museum

YBrs. Dr. Prashant, the Director of Bukit Mertajam General Hospital, YBrs. Dr. Goh Hin Kwang, the Director of Pulau Pinang General Hospital, and Dr. Kasturi Bhattacharjee, an ophthalmologist from India, recently visited the Penang Indian Heritage Museum.
 
We had the pleasure of introducing them to the rich Penang Indian and Malaysian Indian cultures during a short tour of the museum. Dr. Kasturi was particularly impressed with our extensive collection of antiques and artifacts, remarking that it felt like seeing India in Penang.
 
She praised the museum’s efforts in keeping India’s heritage vibrant in Malaysia, calling it a source of pride for all Indians.
 
We extend our gratitude to Dr. Prashant and Dr. Goh Hin Kwang for bringing Dr. Kasturi to our museum.
Sree Maha Mariamman Temple Fire Walking Ceremony 2024

Fire Walking Ceremony Muhurtha Kaal & Ambal Abishegam

Fire Walking Ceremony Muhurtha Kaal & Ambal Abishegam

Join us today at the Sree Maha Mariamman Temple in Butterworth for the annual Fire Walking Ceremony! Experience this powerful display of faith, devotion, and spiritual resilience. We will also be performing the Muhurtha Kaal and Ambal Abishegam ceremonies. Don’t miss this sacred and awe-inspiring event!
 
#FireWalking #SpiritualResilience #SacredCeremony #Butterworth #SreeMahaMariammanTemple