LABUAN, EAST MALAYSIA, February 18, 2006 The 31-year-old “Thirumurugan” Hindu Temple will hold its “Maha Kumbabhishagam” (consecration) ceremony tomorrow (Sunday). It is the third time that the temple is holding such a ceremony and five priests from Kuala Lumpur would be present for the auspicious occasion. Chairman of the event’s organizing committee, R. Ramasamy, said musicians from Kuala Lumpur would also be present for the three-day event. He said there were only about 250 Hindus on the island (off the west coast of Borneo) and without the support of those in Sabah like Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Lahad Datu, it would be difficult for the temple to hold such a “divine” event. The temple is located in the Armed Forces area and maintained by Hindu personnel from the Forces, while the business community provides the support. Ramasamy said the temple reflects an ideal co-operation and understanding between the Forces and civilians.
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