By Zaki MS
TAIPING – A dazzling display of lights illuminated the Little India area along Jalan Pasar, Taiping, during the Deepavali eve celebration, which attracted more than 3,000 visitors.
Visitors enjoyed the festive atmosphere and explored the Deepavali Bazaar.
This year’s celebration was made even more special with the installation of a Deepavali Gateway, adorning the heritage town of Taiping for the first time.
The unique decorations also attracted visitors from outside Perak, including Penang, Selangor and Johor.
The event was attended by Education Minister and Taiping Member of Parliament, Wong Kah Woh.
In his speech, he announced that the MADANI Government had allocated RM1.8 million for various development and community welfare initiatives in conjunction with Deepavali celebrations in the Taiping parliamentary constituency.
The special allocation covers assistance for small-scale entrepreneurs, B40 students, Tamil National-type Schools (SJKT), Deepavali decorations and infrastructure upgrading.
Among the special initiatives announced were the construction of the Little India Gateway and the upgrading of roads using interlocking pavement in the Jalan Pasar area.
These initiatives reflect the government’s efforts to stimulate local economic activities while enhancing Little India’s appeal as a tourist destination.
The efforts are also expected to position Taiping as a model of harmony in a multiracial society while promoting inclusive development in the heritage town.
