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Happy Ponggal

Happy Ponggal

🌾🔥 Thai Ponggal Festival Prayers & Celebrations 🔥🌾

In conjunction with the auspicious Thai Ponggal Festival, Penang Hindu Endowments Board (PHEB) warmly invites all devotees to participate in special prayers and celebrations across the following temples:

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📍 Thanneermalai Shree Balathandayuthapani Devasthanam (Waterfall)
📅 Date: Thursday, 15 January 2026
🕘 Time: 9.00 am – 10.30 am

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📍 Sree Maha Mariamman Devasthanam, Butterworth
📅 Date: Thursday, 15 January 2026
🕘 Time: 9.00 am (Morning Poojai)
🕢 Time: 7.31 pm (Evening Poojai)

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📍 Sri Sakthi Vinayagar Temple Fettes Park
📅 Date: Thursday, 15 January 2026
🕘 Time: 9.00 am – 11.30 am

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📍 Arulmigu Sree Veerapathra Maha Kaliamman Temple
📅 Date: 15 January 2026
🕘 Time: 9.00 am – 11.30 am
🍛 Annathanam lunch will be provided for all devotees

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Let us come together in gratitude and devotion to seek divine blessings for prosperity, harmony, and abundance.

Thai Ponggal Festival Prayers & Celebrations
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Thanneermalai Shree Balathandayuthapani Devasthanam, Jalan Kebun Bunga – Official Thaipusam Schedule

Thanneermalai Shree Balathandayuthapani Devasthanam, Jalan Kebun Bunga - Official Thaipusam Schedule

As we prepare for the sacred observance of Thaipusam 2026, devotees and the public are invited to take note of the key rituals and processions leading up to this auspicious day.

From Vel Irakkam and preparatory poojas to the Shakthi Vel Golden Chariot processions, each ceremony carries deep spiritual significance, culminating in the commencement of Poosam Nakshatram. Please refer to the schedule above for dates and timings.

🙏 Devotees are encouraged to plan their participation accordingly and observe all rituals with reverence and discipline.

May Lord Murugan bless all with strength, clarity, and devotion.

#Thaipusam #ThaipusamPenang #FaithAndDevotion #PenangFestivals

Thanneermalai Shree Balathandayuthapani Devasthanam, Jalan Kebun Bunga - Official Thaipusam Schedule
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Admission Fees Update from 15/1/2026 – Penang Indian Heritage Museum

Admission Fees Update from 15/1/2026 – Penang Indian Heritage Museum

We’d like to share a small update to our admission fees. Our goal is to keep the museum accessible for the community, while helping to support the upkeep of the space and future programmes.

🎟️ Admission Rates
• Below 18 / Students: Free
• Seniors (60+): Free
• Adults: RM3
• Foreign visitors: RM5
• Cash only

Thank you for supporting the museum and helping us preserve our shared heritage. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Admission Fees Update from 15/1/2026 – Penang Indian Heritage Museum
Borang Permohonan Membawa Ratham Kavadi Sempena Thaipusam 2026

Borang Permohonan Membawa Ratham Kavadi Sempena Thaipusam 2026

Borang Permohonan Membawa Ratham Kavadi Sempena Thaipusam 2026

Pihak Lembaga Wakaf Hindu Pulau Pinang menjemput para penganut yang berhasrat untuk membawa Ratham Kavadi sempena sambutan Thaipusam 2026 agar mengemukakan permohonan melalui borang rasmi yang telah disediakan.

Permohonan ini bertujuan memastikan kelancaran perarakan, keselamatan peserta, serta pematuhan kepada garis panduan yang ditetapkan sepanjang sambutan perayaan suci ini.

Kerjasama dan sokongan semua pihak amat dihargai demi memastikan Thaipusam 2026 berlangsung dengan tertib, selamat dan penuh kesyukuran.

#Thaipusam #RathamKavadi #LembagaWakafHinduPulauPinang #PenangHinduEndowmentsBoard

Tarikh akhir penghantaran borang: 6 Januari 2026

Choose Temple:
Terma & Syarat
1. Perarakan Ratham Kavadi hendaklah dijalankan mengikut semua peraturan yang ditetapkan oleh Pihak Kuil, Polis Diraja Malaysia dan Pihak Berkuasa Tempatan.
2. Perarakan hanya dibenarkan pada tarikh, masa dan laluan yang telah diluluskan. Sebarang perubahan memerlukan kelulusan bertulis.
3. Hanya peserta yang berdaftar dan diluluskan oleh pihak kuil dibenarkan menyertai perarakan.
4. Semua peserta hendaklah mematuhi arahan pihak kuil, polis dan pegawai RELA yang dilantik sepanjang perarakan.
5. Ratham Kavadi hendaklah selamat, kukuh dan mematuhi spesifikasi yang diluluskan. Objek berbahaya adalah dilarang.
6. Ketenteraman awam, keselamatan, laluan kecemasan dan kawalan orang ramai hendaklah sentiasa dijaga.
7. Tahap bunyi, trafik dan kebersihan hendaklah mematuhi peraturan pihak berkuasa.
8. Alkohol, dadah, mercun, api terbuka dan bahan berbahaya adalah dilarang.
9. Penyertaan adalah atas risiko sendiri. Pihak penganjur dan pihak berkuasa tidak bertanggungjawab atas sebarang kerugian akibat ketidakpatuhan.
10. Pihak berkuasa berhak menghentikan perarakan sekiranya keselamatan awam terjejas.
Pengakuan Pemohon
Saya mengesahkan bahawa semua maklumat yang diberikan adalah benar dan tepat.
Saya bertanggungjawab sepenuhnya terhadap Ratham Kavadi dan perjalanan perarakan ini.
Paying Final Respect to The Late Mr Mogan Munianday

Paying Final Respect to The Late Mr Mogan Munianday

Paying Final Respect to The Late Mr Mogan Munianday

YB RSN Rayer, Jelutong, YB Lingeshwaran R Arunasalam , YB Kumaran Krishnan and Datuk Dhinagaran Jayabalan were present today to pay their final respects to the late Mr. Mogan Munianday.

As the caretaker of Jalan Siram Hindu Cemetery under the Penang Hindu Endowments Board, his dedication and service to the community were invaluable.He carried out his responsibilities with quiet commitment, dignity, and compassion, ensuring that the final rites of many were handled with respect and care.

Our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.

May his soul rest in peace.

Courtesy Visit by PHEB to Penang Chief Police Officer

Courtesy Visit by PHEB to Penang Chief Police Officer

Courtesy Visit by PHEB to Penang Chief Police Officer

Penang Chief Police Officer, CP Dato’ Ts. Azizee bin Ismail, received an official courtesy visit from the Penang Hindu Endowments Board at the State Police Headquarters today.

The delegation was led by YB Senator Dr. Lingeshwaran R Arunasalam, Deputy Chairman of the Board, together with its commissioners and leadership team. The visit aimed to strengthen ties and enhance strategic collaboration between the Board and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), especially in community safety, harmony, and public well-being.

Both parties also exchanged views on current issues affecting the community and discussed shared responsibilities in maintaining safety and public order across Penang.

Also present were senior officers from PDRM’s various departments.

Following the courtesy visit, a meeting was held to discuss safety measures and preparations for the upcoming Thaipusam 2026, chaired by YB RSN Rayer, Jelutong

#pdrm #penanghinduendowmentsboard #CourtesyVisit