Wesak parade along the middle path

(Front row, from fourth left) Ven Jit Heng, Dr Loh, Chow and other VIPs performing the ceremony to launch the procession from the Malaysian Buddhist Association in Burma Road.

THOUSANDS of devotees, with many clasping their hands together, lined the streets to watch the Wesak Day float procession.

A large group of devotees were also seen holding lotus-shaped candles and flowers, as well as chanting praises to the Buddha as they witnessed the procession in Penang.