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The Penang Hindu Endowments Board held the first coordination meeting for Thaipusam 2026 on 12 December at KOMTAR, chaired by YB RSN Rayer, Jelutong . Government agencies including PDRM, MBPP, BOMBA, RELA, JKN, JPS, PBA, GH and Rapid Penang, together with Malaysia Hindudharma Mamandram Penang and Malaysia Hindu Sangam Penang, discussed key preparations.

Crowd control at Jalan Utama and the Hilltop Temple steps remains a major focus. Hilltop TMC Chairman Mr Kumarathiraviam presented practical proposals to ease congestion, following a prior briefing with Malaysia Hindudharma Mamandram Penang. Issues raised included crowd flow at Hilltop, the Gottlieb Road junction, panthal congestion after 5pm, and improving kavadi movement.

To manage Jalan Utama, cooperation from panthal operators and chariot kavadi groups will be essential. PHEB and TMC will call for a joint meeting to align all parties.

With Penang expecting larger crowds due to the long weekend, early coordination is vital. PHEB is committed to ensuring smooth and safe chariot processions while preserving the festival’s spiritual significance.

Let us work together towards a harmonious Thaipusam 2026.

A beautiful evening filled with devotion, glowing lamps, and the powerful chants of “Swamiye Sharanam Ayyappa.”

The sacred ritual brought peace, strength, and Ayyappa’s blessings to all who attended.

Grateful to witness such divine moments.
Swamiye Sharanam Ayyappa 🙏🔥✨

A beautiful evening filled with lamps, prayers, and divine energy. The temple shone brightly as devotees came together to honour Lord Murugan and celebrate the light that guides us through every challenge.

May this sacred festival bring clarity, strength, and blessings to every home.

Grateful to witness such a meaningful celebration at ThanneerMalai. 🙏✨

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Kartigai Deepam 2025 🪔✨

A spiritually uplifting Kartigai Deepam celebration at Arulmigu Sree Veerapathra Maha Kaliamman Temple, Bagan Ajam. The temple radiated with rows of glowing lamps, heartfelt prayers, and the warmth of devotees coming together in faith.

This sacred festival reminds us of the power of light — guiding us through challenges, dispelling negativity, and filling our lives with divine clarity.

May Goddess Kaliamman shower every home with protection, strength, and good health.
Blessed to witness and be part of such an auspicious occasion. 🙏✨

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Dewi Sree Veerapathra Maha Kaliamman Temple is pleased to warmly invite all devotees to join us for the auspicious Ayyappan Padi Poojai at our temple.
We would be deeply honored by your divine presence during this sacred occasion.

📅 Date: 5 December 2025 (Friday)
⏰ Time: 7.00 PM – 11.00 PM
🏛️ Venue: Dewi Sree Veerapathra Maha Kaliamman Temple, Bagan Ajam
🕉️ Poojai Conducted By: Ponnudurai Gurusamy

For further enquiries or clarifications, kindly contact our temple management team.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Thank you & Ayyappa Saranam!

📞 Organisers Contact:
• Ponnudurai Gurusamy – 012-423 3578
• Dillip Samy – 016-498 3905

The temple glowed with the radiant light of Deepam, as devotees gathered in unity and devotion to celebrate Thirukarthigai — the Festival of Lights that signifies the triumph of clarity over confusion, and divine grace over darkness.

The lamps, prayers, and vibrant energy of the community made the evening truly special. May the light of Lord Murugan guide us towards wisdom, peace, and prosperity.

Wishing everyone a blessed Thirukarthigai Deepam.
🙏✨

#Thirukarthigai #Deepam #HinduFestival #PHEB #Butterworth #Mariammantemple #PenangHinduendowmentsBoard #FestivalOfLights

The Penang Hindu Endowments Board (PHEB) gathered for the Commissioners’ Mandalabishegam Prayers at Shree Ganeshar Temple — a deeply meaningful and spiritually uplifting ceremony that brought our commissioners and devotees together in devotion.

We wish to place on record our sincere appreciation to our Commissioners for their dedication. The entire cost of today’s Mandalabishegam Prayers was personally borne by the Commissioners themselves, with no PHEB funds utilised.

May Lord Ganeshar bless our community with peace, prosperity, and unity. 🙏✨

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