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Two MBPP officers hurt in balloon explosion during Thaipusam

Published on 2 Feb 2026 12:47:31 PM

Two MBPP officers were injured when balloons seized from an unauthorised trader exploded during Thaipusam celebrations in George Town, Penang on Sunday (Feb 1) night.

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Two MBPP officers were injured when balloons seized from an unauthorised trader exploded during Thaipusam celebrations in George Town, Penang on Sunday (Feb 1) night.

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