GEORGE TOWN: Red lights illuminated the Tun Abdul Razak Complex (Komtar) building here last night as a sign of appreciation for nurses’ services and sacrifices in curbing the Covid-19 pandemic.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow in a statement last night said the state government took the initiative in conjunction with the 2020 International Nurses Day, celebrated annually on May 12.
“Red was chosen to signify the nurses’ courage in carrying out their responsibilities, even when the country is now facing a tough time due to the Covid-19 threat. There are a total of 5,636 nurses on duty in Penang alone,” he said.
He said red also indicates Penangites’ highest appreciation to all nurses and medical staff, as well as the colour of the ribbon chosen for the celebration.
The Penang iconic building is to be bathed in red lights again tonight, from 8pm to midnight. — May 12, 2020, Bernama
Picture from Chow Kon Yeow Facebook via Bernama
