SIMUNJAN: Mutual understanding and tolerance have become the backbone to the unification of Muslims in the present era, said Simunjan assemblyman Awla Dris. Speaking during the closing ceremony of Simunjan District Level Maulidur Rasul celebration at Dewan Mesra Simunjan, he added that Muslims must also live in harmony and not neglect each other. “The negative attitude will destroy the unification agenda which will affect the community, state and nation.
“So, we should be merciful and thoughtful as these values will benefit us all,” he said. He also expressed his appreciation to the people of Simunjan for being united in celebrating Maulidur Rasul.
Meanwhile, the team behind Kampung Rangawan’s gateway in Sadong Jaya won a prize of RM20,000 after being crowned the winner (JKKK category) for the Gateway Competition held in conjunction with the celebration. The second and third placing went to Kampung Nanas Hilir Tengah Simunjan and Kampung Sageng Sabal Simunjan, and were awarded RM15,000 and RM10,000 respectively.
For the government agencies and organisations category, Simunjan District Council was crowned the winner and brought home RM10,000. The second and third placing went to Nur Hijrah, Kampung Lot Hijrah Phase 2 and Simunjan District Office, and were awarded RM7,000 and RM5,000 respectively.
The celebration also saw a parade by 1,000 villagers and contingents from various associations and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).
