MUKAH: The newly constructed landmark of Kampung Kuala Lama, here, was officially launched yesterday morning by an administrative officer from Mukah Resident Office, Siti Hazerah bt Bolhi.
The launching ceremony was held in conjunction with the 2017 Mukah Division Desa Perdana Award Judging Event held at the community hall of the village.
The auspicious occasion commenced with the arrival of the guest of honour and the award panel judges at about 8.30am.
Upon arrival at the venue, Dewan Seri Pekala, the VIPs were welcomed with a silat demonstration by young silat exponents.
After the cutting of the ribbon to officiate the landmark of “Kuala Lama’”, a drum called the “Beduk” was beaten to welcome the delegation.
This was followed by the event proper which kicked off with the singing of the national and state anthems and prayers.
Other activities held included a briefing on the village’s development, a symbolic launching of the logo of Kpg Kuala Lama Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK), a Corporate Video Show, a lucky draw and photography session.
Also present at the function were Mukah District Information Officer, Muhammad Alwi, Chief Judge, Jack Aman Luat, Mukah Special Affairs Department Officer, Hafizul Abdul Halim, Mukah District MARA Officer, Awang Hijan B Awang Kadir and Kpg Kuala Lama Village Chief, Mohamad Asrar B Nani.