FLAG-RAISING CEREMONY MARKS THE OFFICIAL START OF THE MAAL HIJRAH FESTIVAL 1447H/2025M

Festival Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M (FMH 1447H/2025M), organized by Lembaga Amanah Kebajikan Masjid Negeri Sarawak (LAKMNS), officially commenced today with a symbolic Flag-Raising Ceremony.

The brief ceremony, held at the main porch of Masjid Jamek Negeri Sarawak, was officiated by the Chief Executive Officer of LAKMNS, Datuk Haji Abang Abdul Wahap bin Haji Abang Julai.

The event began with the entry procession of the LAKMNS marching band, joined by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) band, followed by the handover of the official festival flag from the CEO to the band leader. The flag was then raised as a symbolic gesture to mark the official launch and will remain hoisted throughout the festival period from 20 to 29 June 2025.

Festival Maal Hijrah is a large-scale initiative by LAKMNS to celebrate the Islamic New Year. This annual programme is designed to engage various segments of society, including non-Muslim communities, through a wide array of events such as spiritual programmes, competitions, and exhibitions.