PETALING JAYA: The Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple committee has agreed to move to a nearby site, says temple secretary Karthik Gunaseelan.
He said the decision was reached after a discussion with the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) on Monday.
“We thank the ministers, elected representatives and authorities who assisted in reaching this resolution.
“The new site is nearby and within Jalan Masjid India. It is a good alternative site,” the temple secretary said.
MIC president Tan Sri SA Vigneswaran also confirmed that the temple committee has agreed to move the temple to an alternative site with costs paid for.
“This is the best option,” he said when contacted.
It was reported that discussions on the relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple, which is situated on land owned by Jakel Group, were progressing harmoniously between the company, the temple management and DBKL.
The legality of the temple at the site was questioned as stakeholders stated that the temple had been at the location for 130 years and had partially made way for redevelopment around the area over the years.
