PM Anwar to visit Batu Caves tomorrow, says Ramanan


An estimated 1.2 million to 1.5 million devotees and visitors are expected at Batu Caves this Thaipusam. –Filepic

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will visit Batu Caves here on Friday (Feb 7) afternoon ahead of the Thaipusam celebration next Tuesday (Feb 11).

Confirming the matter, Deputy Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan said the historic visit will also allow Anwar to observe preparations for the festival at the Batu Caves temple.

Ramanan, who is responsible for overseeing Indian community affairs, said Anwar had informed him of the visit on Wednesday (Feb 5) evening.

"The Prime Minister expressed his wish to observe the preparations ahead of Thaipusam while also spending time with the Indian community.

"He is looking forward to being on the ground at Batu Caves this year,” said the Sungai Buloh MP when contacted by Bernama on Thursday (Feb 6).- Bernama

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