Kuala lumpur: A total of 59 teams from 12 primary and secondary schools have joined the three-day 2025 Himalaya Sports national-level interschool Dragon and Lion Dance Championship that began today. Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh announced that this year’s participation marks an increase from the 52 teams from 10 schools that competed in last year’s inaugural event. The championship aims to promote team spirit, unity, togetherness, and cooperation among students.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the number of participating students has grown from 540 last year to 662 this year, with the inclusion of teams from two additional states, Terengganu and Sabah. This year’s championship is not only seeing participation from Chinese students but also students of Siamese, Orang Asli, Malay, and Indian descent, showcasing a diverse representation.

Deputy Minister Wong highlighted that the championship provides a platform to nurture new talent among the youth, who may have the potential to represent the country in international competitions. Additionally, students participating in the championship will earn points in the Physical Education, Sports and Co-curricular Assessment system, which is expected to incentivize more students to take part in future events.