MIRI (March 11): A charity rice distribution event held at Thian Chun Tien Temple, Tudan Phase 3 here on Sunday also involved the distribution of 385 food packs to flood victims.

Minister of Transport Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin, who joined the volunteers in giving away the food, expressed his gratitude to local community leader Kapitan Chong Ah Muk for undertaking the initiative.

“Community-driven efforts such as this are so important in fostering unity and helping those in need, regardless of race or religious backgrounds. The generosity shown here today reflects the strong community spirit of Miri people.

“It is heartwarming to see people come together to support one another in challenging times like this,” he said in his brief remarks.

It is informed that each food pack contains rice, sugar and cooking oil.

These essential items were donated to the temple by a generous donor, who wished to remain anonymous, and had asked Lee to witness the handing-over of the items to the affected families.