SINGAPORE, November 9, 2002: The rebuilding of Sri Senpaga Vinayaka temple is almost complete. A consecration ceremony for the 127-year-old Hindu Temple, often referred to as the Ceylon Road temple, will be held on February 7, 2003. Funds for the work came not only from Hindus but also non-Hindu Singaporeans, including Muslims, Christians and Buddhists. They contributed more than US$280,000 of the $2.8 million raised so far for work on the Katong landmark. More than 20 craftsmen from India have been working on the building, creating intricate carvings on the walls and roof. Four craftsmen are putting the finishing touches to more than 200 sculptures of Gods and two are painting scenes featuring Lord Vinayaka. A total of 15 kg of gold is being melted and pressed into leaves for the building’s dome.
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