Kalimaran festival celebrates Murut heritage, strengthens ties with other communities
TENOM: The Kalimaran festival celebrates the cultural heritage of Sabah's Murut community while fostering closer ties with other ethnic groups.
The Kalimaran festival in Sabah honors the cultural heritage of the Murut community, fostering stronger connections with other ethnic groups. Initially a traditional Murut gathering called Injawari or Panawari during British colonial rule, the festival evolved into Kalimaran, emphasizing values like diligence, competitiveness, and unity.
The 20th edition of the festival in Kemabong showcased Murut customs, arts, and crafts, with the Lundayeh community's involvement broadening its scope to highlight shared traditions and heritage. This year's theme, "Migogondo Jumalai Sumingkot," meaning "United in Progress and Development," underscores the importance of cooperation in creating a united, progressive, and competitive society.
Chief Minister Hajiji Noor urged young people to preserve their cultural heritage and draw inspiration from Murut warrior Ontoros Endoi, whose legacy of courage, dignity, self-respect, leadership, loyalty, and community spirit continues to resonate.
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