KOTA BARU – A multipurpose complex with a digital sports entertainment concept worth RM6 million will be built in Ketereh, said Communications and Multimedia Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa.
He said negotiations are in progress – and are already in the final stage – for the purchase of a 23ha site worth RM10 million for the project.
“All games and art performances will be improved and presented in digital elements with lighting and a high-tech sound system,” he told reporters after the prize presentation and closing of the Kelantan RTM “Seni Silat” (Malay art of self-defence) competition here last night.
Annuar, who is Ketereh MP, said the country does not have such a complex yet.
“After we have done the design work, I’ll discuss with the state Culture, Tourism and Heritage Committee chairman Datuk Md Anizam Ab Rahman to get input on silat-related associations.
“This is part of our effort to preserve Kelantan’s heritage. In fact, it (project) will take some time…it will not only have martial arts courts, but also batik and handicraft as an attraction,” he said, adding that the complex would be developed in stages.
“God-willing, this will be something that Kelantan can be proud of. When I went to Sarawak, there’s the Sarawak Cultural Village and many places where I have been to, they have their (cultural and arts) centres.
“Kelantan is unique and we need to take the initiative to do the same through sponsorship and involvement of non-governmental organisations.” – Bernama, July 3, 2022
