Around Town | Tamil New Year celebration

May 6, 2024

Embracing tradition and unity: A colourful glimpse of the Tamil New Year celebration. Photo by Contributed

About 50 people gathered at the Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre on Saturday, April 27 to celebrate Tamil New Year with the Malaysian Tamilar Community. People from all religious backgrounds were welcomed to join in the three hours of festivities.

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The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the celebration of Tamil New Year. Attendees enjoyed an array of traditional Tamil cuisine, which included delicacies such as vadai and payasam. The aroma of spices filled the air as guests indulged in these delights, embracing the rich flavours of Tamil culture.

The event also featured cultural dance performances, showcasing the beauty and grace of Tamil tradition. Spectators were enthralled by the intricate movements and colourful costumes, immersing themselves in the rhythm of the dances.

As the evening ended, it was evident that the inaugural celebration of the Malaysian Tamilar Community had successfully brought people together in a spirit of joy and unity, marking the beginning of a new chapter in Mooroopna’s cultural landscape.