Brunei community unites for cemetery clean-up in Belait District


Volunteers during the cemetery clean-up event. - MPK Panaga ‘A’ via BB/ANN

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: In the spirit of Ramadan, the Village Consultative Council (MPK) of Kampong Panaga ‘A’ organised a Cemetery Clean-Up Campaign at Batu 3 Muslim Cemetery along Jalan Maulana.

According to Kampong Panaga A Village Head Muhd Nurzairie Abdullah Peter, the campaign aimed to maintain the cemetery’s cleanliness while promoting charitable deeds during the holy month.

“This initiative reflects our community’s commitment to keeping a clean and respectable resting place for our loved ones. It also strengthens the bonds among Kampong Panaga A residents,” he said. He noted the strong support from residents, including enthusiastic youth volunteers, highlighting their dedication to the cause. Md Irsyaddudin Mukminin Md Firdaus, an active youth participant, expressed his pride in contributing to the effort.

“As a youth of Kampong Panaga ‘A’, I feel honoured to take part. This is not just about cleaning up; it is a way to show respect to our ancestors and serve the community,” he said.

To reward the volunteers’ hard work, a Kampong Panaga resident who joined the campaign provided food and drinks as a token of appreciation.

The village head expressed hopes for greater youth and community participation in future initiatives. – Borneo Bulletin/ANN

 

 

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