Deepavali

Local government officials have banned use of firecrackers during Diwali and the winter over the last few years.

The prime minister also emphasised coordinating efforts to cater to the needs of Indian villages, says Gobind Singh.

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says this aligns with the history and significance of the Festival of Lights, which goes beyond mere feasting.

Deepavali, meaning "Festival of Lights" in Sanskrit, is when Hindus light clay lamps called "diyas" to illuminate their homes.

Deepavali, also known as the Festival of Lights, will be celebrated tomorrow.

There is also an increase in traffic from Bidor to Tapah; Tapah to Gopeng; and Seberang Jaya to Perai, according to the spokesman.

After seven long years, Thinaah will finally get to celebrate Deepavali with her family this year.

The Festive Season Maximum Price Scheme (SHMMP) for Deepavali 2024 is effective for seven days starting today.

The bill experienced a brief delay due to a request from Malaysian Productivity Corporation for it to undergo a Regulatory Impact Analysis.

For families unable to attend in person, online visitation sessions will be available from Nov 4 to 6.

For the convenience of highway users, Datuk Sazali Harun said the LLM Traffic Management Centre will operate from 7 am. to 10 pm.

Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the toll exemption would take effect from 12.01 am tomorrow until 11.59 pm on Oct 30 (Wednesday).

KPDN enforcement officers will be deployed to monitor the prices of goods nationwide throughout the implementation of the price scheme.

The Deepavali celebration is one of the paths to developing a 'madani' Malaysia through mutual respect and harmonious ties among races.

The government has decided to exempt highway users from toll charges on Saturday and Sunday in conjunction with the Deepavali celebration.

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