GEORGE TOWN: Devotees have been urged to reduce the number of coconuts broken during the upcoming Thaipusam celebration amid rising prices. In a joint appeal with the Malaysian Hindu Sangam, CAP called on devotees to stop breaking coconuts in large quantities, many of which end up discarded. Breaking thousands of coconuts only for them to end up in landfills goes against the spirit of the ritual," he said. He added that some devotees, including those from the Chinese community, mistakenly believe breaking more coconuts brings greater good fortune. Subbarow urged devotees to reflect on the practice, especially in the current economic climate.

Source: The Star January 29, 2026 08:05 UTC