PETALING JAYA: The move by Kedah state government not to declare "cuti peristiwa” (occasional holiday) for Thaipusam in the state is improper and lacks understanding, says the Malaysian Buddhist Consultative Council (MBCC).
"We are of the opinion that the Kedah state government’s current move is improper, as it shows a lack of understanding," the council said in a statement on Tuesday (Jan 26).
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