Lembaga Amanah Kebajikan Masjid Negeri Sarawak Maal Hijrah Festival 1444H/2022, which had been running since July 29, came to an end today. The postponement ceremony was completed by Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah bin Haji Yusuf, Senior Minister of Public Works and Member of Parliament for Petra Jaya.

Datuk Haji Abang Abdul Wahap stated in his welcome speech that this festival is a platform to enliven the celebration of the New Year 1444 Hijrah as well as an effort to enliven the mosque. Furthermore, it is to promote a healthy lifestyle based on religious values by filling programmes focused on spirituality, family, sports, and so on.

He went on to say that organising this festival is an innovative and dynamic way for LAKMNS to approach the community, particularly the youth.

Various activities were arranged for the three days of the festival, including competitions such as badminton, tenpin bowling, marhaban, hadrah, pencak silat, and colouring competitions, storytelling, and azan for children. The exhibitions from government and private organisations, career and education kiosks are also being set up.

Takaful Ikhlas General Berhad, Lubuk Tiara Sdn Bhd, Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC), and Senari Synergy Sdn Bhd are among the sponsors of this festival. TV Sarawak (TVS) also took part as an official media outlet. Several agencies, including North Kuching City Hall (DBKU), Trinikens Berhad, and SPay Global, also contributed logistically and technically.

This postponement ceremony also included the awarding of prizes to the main winners of the various competitions held throughout the festival, as well as the awarding of prizes to the lucky draw winners.