MALAYSIA-HINDUS 2LST

Meanwhile, the Selangor state government has condemned
the provocative actions of those who protested against the
relocation of a Hindu temple.

"It is indeed appalling that such religious intolerance
still exists among Malaysians," Chief Minister Khalid Ibrahim
said, while urging for calm.

Information, Communication and Culture Minister Dr Rais
Yatim said Muslims should put aside their differences during
Ramadan.

"Those who took part in the protest should not forget
that there are laws in our country and they have to abide by
it.

"There are proper channels for them to express their
disagreement," Dr Rais was quoted by the Daily Star as saying.

The Malaysian Hindu Sangam has asked its members to
remain calm and not to carry out any demonstrations against
the Friday's protest.

However, the association wanted the police to take
immediate and stern action against those responsible, its
adviser A Vaithilingam said.

"We are very disturbed with what happened, it was most
despicable," he added. PTI