KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended Chithirai New Year, Vaisakhi and Vishu greetings to the Tamil, Sikh and Malayalee communities in the country.
In a Facebook post today, Anwar expressed hope that the new year would bring peace of mind, lasting good health and abundant blessings to those celebrating.
“In this spirit, let us continue to preserve unity with full awareness and responsibility so that Malaysia remains steadfast as a prosperous and harmonious nation.
“The diversity we inherit is the foundation that binds us together in a shared bond, with a spirit of mutual respect, understanding and strengthening,” the post said.
Tamil New Year marks the first day of the year according to the Tamil calendar, while Vaisakhi signifies the start of the harvest season in the Sikh and Punjabi calendars and is celebrated today.
Vishu, which will be celebrated tomorrow by the Malayalee community, marks the beginning of the Malayalam calendar year and symbolises renewal and prosperity.
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