IPOH – Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah graced the state Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations at the grounds of the Indera Mulia Stadium here today.
The sultan and Raja Permaisuri Tuanku Zara Salim arrived at 3.10pm and were greeted by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, along with state executive councillors and several dignitaries. Around 20,000 people of various races attended the celebrations.
Saarani in his speech said that the various races present reflected the strength and uniqueness of Malaysians, especially in Perak, who are united in building harmony despite their different cultures, races, and religion.
“It should be noted that the close relationship between races is something that existed since pre-independence and has now slowly been eroded due to premeditated actions that cause hateful sentiments,” he said.
He also invited the people of Perak to unite and rekindle the spirit of togetherness, defend peace and unity, and reject divisiveness.
“I invite you all to live up to the extollations of (the sultan) that the multiracial prosperity in the state is defended and to preserve the state and country from strife,” he added. – Bernama, April 22, 2023
