LK1 S. Kaliswaran (left) standing guard and waiting for his comrades to buka puasa on board the KM Kimanis patrol vessel. — Photos: CHAN BOON KAI/The Star
WHILE most Muslims observe the fasting month in the comfort of their homes, 27 seamen on board the KM Kimanis patrol vessel observe Ramadan fasting at sea 24/7.
Even the sole non-Muslim seaman, LK1 S. Kaliswaran, 31, abstains from food on board the ship out of respect for his comrades in the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA).
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MMEA seamen at work during Ramadan
LK1 S. Kaliswaran (left) standing guard and waiting for his comrades to buka puasa on board the KM Kimanis patrol vessel. — Photos: CHAN BOON KAI/The Star
MMEA personnel breaking fast on board the KM Kimanis patrol vessel.
Marine personnel patrolling the sea border of Penang off Pulau Kendi.
LK1 Muhammad Izwan Omar preparing the food for his comrades in the kitchen on board the KM Kimanis patrol vessel.
Crew members queuing up for their buka puasa meal.
Seamen passing a packet of rice and essential packs to fishermen out at sea during an operation.
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