The Penang Hindu Endowment Board (PHEB) has announced the appointment of Jelutong MP RSN Rayer as its new chairperson, effective Aug 1, until July 31, 2026.

PHEB said Senator Dr A Lingeshwaran was appointed the deputy chairperson and the decision was made during the board's inaugural meeting today.

In addition, state Housing and Environment Committee chairperson S Sundarajoo was appointed as an executive council member responsible for coordinating matters related to the state government.

"PHEB looks forward to working under the leadership of YB Rayer to serve and empower the Hindu community in Penang," its statement read.

On Aug 1, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow revealed the appointment of 19 PHEB new commissioners, whose term will run until July 31 next year.

Among the appointees were Rayer, Lingeshwaran, Bagan Dalam assemblyperson K Kumaran, Batu Uban assemblyperson A Kumaresan, and Penang MIC chief J Dhinagaran.

- Bernama

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