Cultural carnival at PISA
ABOUT 15,000 people are expected to attend a fun-filled cultural carnival this Saturday at the Penang International Sports Arena.
It is organised by the Penang Indian Development Organisation, its chairman M. Nyanasegaran said entrance to the one-day event is free.
“There will be lots of Indian cultural performances along with games and contests.
“One of the highlights of the event will be the mass ponggal which involves the boiling of milk and rice. More than 1,000 people are expected to participate,” he said.
Nyanasegaran said apart from that, participants will also be able to learn the art of rangoli (decorative designs on floors) and sample traditional Indian food.
He added that people of all culture and races are invited to participate in the carnival which is scheduled to be attended by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
“Several local artistes will also make their appearances at the event which is from 2pm to 7pm.”
-News courtesy of The Star-
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