Karate exponents pay a visit to orphanage during Deepavali

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THE Malaysian karate squad took a break from training and visited Rumah Charis in Taman Yarl, Kuala Lumpur recently.

National coach P. Arivalagan said their visit was in conjunction with the Festival of Lights.

Tuck in: Arivalagan (left) and the members of the SEA Games team distributing KFC to the children from Rumah Charis.

“The members of the national squad make it a point visit some homes during festivals. This time we chose to spend some time at Rumah Charis,’’ said Arivalagan.

The home has about 30 children. The programme had the support from the National Sports Council (NSC).

Among the karate exponents were G. Yamini, Jamaliah Jamaluddin, A. Nisha. C. Maalini, S. Shree Sharmini, Syakilla Salni, Jefry Krishnan and Prakas Muhammad Arjuna.

The karate exponents served the childrensome finger-licking fast food. After spending almost two hours, the children were also presented with ang pows.

Arivalagan said they were looking forward to organise similar visits for other festivals.

“We want to show that we care for less fortunate and underprivileged. The exponents are happy to be part of this community programme,’’ said Arivalagan.