Pagadian City gov’t commends police, military for peace ‘Pasalamat Festival’

By HIROHITO D. CADION

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur, Jan. 20 (PNA) -- The city government has commended the police and military for the peaceful conduct of the week-long “Pasalamat Festival” in this city.

The festival kicked off Monday, January 13, and culminated Sunday, January 19, with this city’s fiesta in honor of the patron saint, Señor Sto. Niño.

Vice-Mayor Divina Grace Yu, Pasalamat Festival 2014 steering committee chairperson, noted there was not any untoward incident during the week-long celebration.

“The festival was successful and peaceful especially during the grand events like the street dance competitions and fluvial parade,” Yu said.

Local police chief Supt. Glenn Dulawan also commended the public for their cooperation to the police and military forces, especially when advised not to bring backpacks to witness the festival activities.

The local police backed by the Army’s 53rd Infantry Battalion have implemented strict and tight security measures to thwart attempts by lawless elements to disrupt the festival.

“In behalf of our partner in the military, our counterpart in the implementation and maintenance of peace and order in Pagadian City, we’re expressing our gratitude to the public for their cooperation that led to the successful and peaceful celebration of the Pasalamat festival,” Dulawan said.

The festival showcased the culture and tradition of this city’s tri-peoples--the Christians, Muslims and Subanens--that enliven the spirits of Sto. Niño devotees.(PNA)
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