A parade full of meaning with performers proudly holding up the Jalur Gemilang — Photos: ZHAFARAN NASIB/The Star
National Day event a splash of colour, culture in Batu Kawan
PENANG’S National Day celebration turned Batu Kawan, Seberang Perai, into a vibrant kaleidoscope of colour, culture and unity.
Traditional dances, choir performances and a Chingay showcase also injected an element of history.
Malaysia’s armed forces awed audiences with their assets and show of might (below).
Families of all races and backgrounds packed the grandstands and field at Penang State Stadium as the parade dazzled with 122 marching contingents involving 7,533 participants, alongside 22 contingents featuring 676 vehicles.
Cheers erupted as uniformed groups performed stunts and unfurled giant flags in perfect rhythm, while the display of military might left the crowd in awe.
Placards proclaiming unity drew loud applause, and children showed their excitement as armoured vehicles rolled by.
At a nearby exhibition, little ones clambered onto artillery units and posed on armoured carriers.
A dance representing the different races and cultures in Malaysia.
A young attendee trying on a beret on the sidelines of the event.
A showcase of Penang’s Peranakan culture.
A contingent of medical personnel from Hospital Bukit Mertajam.
Chingay procession highlight the multicultural aspect of Penang.
