“Within a year, we were blessed with a son,” he said when met at the festival yesterday. Since then, Prakash, who works as a logistics executive, said that he and his wife have made a vow to make the pilgrimage to Batu Caves annually. Arenth, who was accompanied by his 73-year-old aunt, Jaya, said they decided to make an overnight walk to Batu Caves this year as a form of devotion. The pair took their time walking to Batu Caves, stopping only at rest points where volunteers offered food and drinks. Jaya, who was unfazed by the long walk, said more relatives would be joining them in prayers later during the festival.

Source: The Star January 31, 2026 23:26 UTC