Association marks 103rd anniversary in roaring style


H’ng (in red shirt) leading the ‘dragon’ during the procession, watched by Tan (second right). — Photos: LIM BENG TATT/The Star

A RED-GOLD ‘dragon’ measuring 60m paraded on the streets of George Town, escorted by 48 trishaws, during the 103rd anniversary celebration of the Penang State Chinese Association.

Its president Datuk Seri Tan Gin Soon said a float carrying women dressed in traditional kebaya also featured in the parade which went around Komtar and Prangin Mall in George Town.

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