KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 — The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is facilitating the smooth relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple from private land in the busy Jalan Masjid India to a new location.
KL Mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif said that DBKL, as a government-entrusted party, has taken proactive steps to come forward and help find the best solution for all parties involved.
“DBKL assures that every step that is being and will be taken is in line with the principle of freedom of religion as enshrined in the Federal Constitution,” she told the press after visiting the temple today.
The temple’s relocation process will be transparent and fairly carried out, involving discussions with the stakeholders to ensure its smooth implementation.
“DBKL has identified a new suitable spot for the temple where Hindu devotees can continue to carry out their religious activities comfortably and harmoniously,” Maimunah said.
DBKL had also noted the proposal to build a mosque on land owned by a private company in Jalan Masjid India, the same location where a small part of the temple is located.
She said the project was proposed by the private company, which is the legal owner of the land, not by the government.
As such, Maimunah called on all parties to continue to maintain harmony and respect the diversity of religions in this country.
Meanwhile, Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple chairman K. Barthiban said they are ready to cooperate in discussions with DBKL regarding the relocation process.
— Bernama
