The Penang government has appealed to the National Security Council (NSC) and National Unity Ministry to reconsider the standard operating procedures (SOPs) set for the Thaipusam celebration.

Deputy Chief Minister II P Ramasamy, who is also Penang Hindu Endowment Board chairperson, said the official appeal was submitted today to specifically seek a relaxation of SOPs for the Thaipusam celebrations at the Thanneermalai Shree Balathandayuthapani Devasthanam Temple (Hilltop Temple)...