Hundreds attend inauguration of new Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Sibu (Video)
SIBU (July 7): Hundreds of Hindu devotees converged on the new Sri Maha Mariamman Temple at Jalan Orchid here today for its inauguration.
The drizzle did not dampen their spirits throughout the ceremony.
Among those present were temple president Manogaran Krishnasamy, Sibu Hospital director Dr Nanthakumar Thirunavukkarasu, and Malaysia Hindu Sangam president Sangapoosan T Ganesan.
Photo shows the short procession. — Photo by Peter Boon
Manogaran told The Borneo Post the initial plan was to hold the opening ceremony yesterday.
'However, that date wasn't quite 'ideal' for us. Therefore, we chose July 7 instead, as it's considered an auspicious day according to the Indian calendar,' he explained.
There was a short procession on the temple's compound before the devotees proceeded into the house of worship itself and took part in prayers.
The new temple was elaborately decorated by artisans from India. — Photo by Peter Boon
Construction on the temple had been hit by a four-year delay due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
During an interview with The Borneo Post last month, Manogaran said the original temple was built in 1920.
'It was just a small hut back then. This present building was established in 1971.'
Prayers are held on top of the temple. — Photo by Peter Boon
Manogaran also pointed out the construction cost nearly amounted to RM2 million, up from the initial RM1.1 million due to rising building material costs and also wages.
'The current double-storey building of the temple would be repurposed.
'We need to use the top floor as a hall, while the ground floor will be for the priest's accommodation and other related purposes,' he said, adding the building has significant historical and cultural value.
Devotees join the prayer session inside the new temple building. — Photo by Borhaniza Ali Basah Jalan Orchid lead Manogaran Krishnasamy Sri Maha Mariamman Temple
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