(Miri, 6th) Miri Fan-shaped Park adds a new feature as the Indian Pavilion is officially opened, becoming an important cultural landmark of the park. The Municipal Council plans to further explore and hopes to gradually implement more cultural landscape plans in the future, such as Dayak and inland ethnic cultural gardens, to showcase the charm of the local multicultural diversity.
The Mayor of Miri, Yu Xiaoshan, stated at the inauguration ceremony of the Indian Pavilion this morning that the Miri Indian Garden has been under planning since 2005 and has finally taken shape after many years. The opening of the Indian Pavilion not only symbolizes an important cultural emblem for the Indian community but also adds a unique cultural landscape to Miri City, making it Sarawak's first Indian culture-themed park.
“The completion of this project not only enriches the cultural landscape of Miri but also demonstrates the harmonious coexistence of multicultural elements locally.”
Karambir Singh, Chairman of the Miri Indian Association and City Council member, represented the Miri Indian community to express gratitude towards the Municipal Council and Mayor Yu Xiaoshan, making the realization of this project possible.
He pointed out that the Indian Pavilion, as an important part of the Indian Garden, will be further improved in the future to incorporate more Indian cultural elements, making it more representative.
“The Indian Pavilion is not only a cultural symbol for the Indian community but also reflects Miri City's respect and inclusivity towards multiculturalism. Every ethnic group should have its own cultural landmark, and the Indian community is fortunate to realize this vision.”
He mentioned that the design of the Indian Pavilion cleverly incorporates Indian cultural elements such as peacock decorations and traditional Indian oil lamps (Diva), giving it a unique cultural flavor. Karambir Singh further explained that the Diva lamp holds an important place in Indian culture, not only as a crucial element of traditional ceremonies but also as a symbol of light and hope.
“The completion of the Indian Pavilion is a good start for the Indian Garden plan. In the future, additional lighting systems and pathway connections will be added to enhance its functionality and aesthetics.”
The Miri Indian Pavilion cost a total of RM123,768 and was designed and co-constructed by the Miri Indian Association and the Miri Engineering Department. The construction was completed last September, taking three months.
The pavilion is built with concrete structure and incorporates stainless steel decorative elements to ensure durability and aesthetic appeal. It has a diameter of 4 meters and a height of about 5 meters, providing a comfortable rest area and becoming a new landmark in Miri Fan-shaped Park.