Fitrahsya, Fabian Kumang and Keling Gawai

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Fitrahsya, flanked by Michelle and Presca (right), poses for a photo with Alice (third from left) and others.

Fitrahsya, flanked by Michelle and Presca (right), poses for a photo with Alice (third from left) and others.

SIBU: It was a surprise Gawai Dayak gift for Fitrahsya Justin when she won the Kumang title at the ‘Sibu Division-level Kumang and Keling Gawai 2016’ here on Saturday.

Fabian William was adjudged the Keling winner. Fitrahsya, who was also crowned Miss Photogenic, said she just could not believe it when her name was announced because the other nine finalists were equally good, if not better.

“I want to dedicate this Gawai Dayak gift to my mother,” she said, when met after the prize-giving ceremony.

Michelle Thomas Magal came in second while Presca Debbie Thomas was third. Fitrahsya went home with RM1,500 cash, a crown, a sash, handphone, trophy, hamper and a zumba-class coupon. Michelle got RM1,200 cash, sash, trophy and hamper, while Presca was RM1,000 richer and had a sash, trophy and hamper, too.

Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) secretary-general Dato Alice Jawan gave away the prizes.In the Keling category, Zaidi Adros was placed second and Alberth Lejo Joe third.

The Mr Photogenic Keling Gawai Sibu 2016 was won by Fredy Jabu. All their prizes were the same as the ones for the Kumang category, minus the sash. The Kumang & Keling Contest was held in conjunction with Gawai Dayak Sibu Dinner 2016.

It was organised by Sarakup Indu Dayak Sarawak (SIDS) Sibu, SDNU, SDNU Rajang and Orang Ulu National Union (Ouna) Sibu.Temenggong Stanley Gramong Bandar was also present.