Tradition meets practicality for Qing Ming rituals

Timely reminder: A sign calling for more environmentally-friendly practices during Qing Ming prayers at Kwong Tong Cemetery in Kuala Lumpur. — ONG SOON HIN/The Star

More adopting eco-friendly practices such as simplifying food offerings and burning less paper paraphernalia

THE practice of ancient customs during Qing Ming or Tomb Sweeping Day, which falls on April 4 this year, is often simplified or adapted to fit local beliefs.