Hindu Society hosts Premier in Umkomaas [Pictures]

KwaZulu-Natal premier Thami Ntuli was a guest at the unveiling of the 20th Sivananda Peace Pillar in Craigieburn.

October 20, 2024

Vusi Mthalane 1 minute read

Ishwar Ramlutchman and Premier Thami Ntuli. Photo: Supplied.

KWAZULU-Natal premier Thami Ntuli was a guest of the Umkomaas Hindu Society recently where he attended the unveiling of the 20th Sivananda Peace Pillar in Craigieburn. He was joined by Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment Narend Singh, who is a native of Umkomaas.

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The monumental four-ton granite structure is inscribed with prayers from the world’s major religions. The Sivananda Peace Pillars are symbols of unity in diversity, reminding us that peace and love should transcend human limitations.

Premier Thami Ntuli follows the proceedings with other dignitaries.

Ishwar Ramlutchman, Premier Thami Ntuli and Narend Singh.

The Sivananda World Peace Foundation also awarded Ntuli with the prestigious Sivananda Humanitarian Award.

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October 20, 2024

Vusi Mthalane 1 minute read

Vusi Mthalane

Vusi Mthalane is a senior journalist with the South Coast Sun newspaper. With more than 13 years of newsroom experience, he covers stories that matter to communities along the South Coast, from Isipingo to Umgababa. His work has also appeared in The Witness, Zululand Fever, and the South Coast Fever.