KUCHING: The Maulidur Rasul Parade not only celebrates Prophet Muhammad’s birthday but also promotes unity and encourages people to emulate the Prophet’s teachings.
Deputy Energy and Environmental Sustainability Minister, Dr.Hazland Hipni said that the parade serves a reminder to come together and be inspired by the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad.
He also said the development of high-quality and skilled human capital is an important factor in supporting the social, cultural and economic growth of an area, especially in Demak Laut.
“Developing human capital plays an important role in shaping a society that can compete in any situation, which is in line with this year’s theme: ‘Sarawak Makmur Ummah Sejahtera,” he said.
The Maulidur Rasul celebration procession began from Kampung Bako Hulu and ended at Al Hidayah Mosque involving 21 contingents from all over Demak Laut with a total participation of nearly 700 people.
Participants gathered as early as 7 am on Saturday at the parking lot in Kampung Bako Hulu and the parade was officiated by Dr Hazland who is also the Demak Laut assemblyman.
He also participated in the procession which journeyed through Kampung Bako Hulu, Kampung Bako Tengah and Kampung Bako Hilir.
To add zest to the Maulidur Rasul celebration, organisers held an ‘azan’ and ‘berzanji’ competition at the Al-Hidayah Mosque in Kampung Bako.
The highlight of the event was when Surau Sedar Ibadah from Kampung Bako Hilir crowned as champion for the mosque and surau category while Parti Pesaka Bersatu Sarawak (PBB) from Kampung Bako Tengah won the open category.
Winners from each category were awarded RM3000 in cash, a challenge trophy, and a participation certificate.
The Demak Laut Maulidur Rasul parade was organised by N5 Service Centre in collaboration with the Bako Zone Mosque and Surau Management.
Among those present were the assistant district officer of Kuching Division, Suraijah Zainol and Maulidur Rasul Demak Laut organising chairman Sabri Mohtar.
