Metro Kidapawan Water District (MKWD) secured 1st place in the recently held Fruit Float Competition on August 27, 2025.

The Fruit Float Parade, one of the most anticipated events during the culmination of the Timpupo Festival in Kidapawan City, gathered thousands of onlookers along the streets. People eagerly watched as colorful floats adorned with a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables made their way from the MKWD Office to Kidapawan City Hall.

MKWD’s float was constructed with minimal expenses—but what truly made it stand out was the determination and teamwork of its employees. The float was built and decorated through the combined efforts of staff and officials who voluntarily brought fruits, vegetables and flowers from their own backyards and farms. In addition, MKWD also utilized recycled materials and repurposed items, further contributing to the minimal expenses incurred in constructing the float. This approach not only reduced costs but also demonstrated MKWDs commitment to environmental responsibility.

Employees took time out of their regular duties to design, assemble, and decorate the float, with each person contributing not only fruits but also their ideas, time, and energy. From the humble banana to the prized durian, each item added to the float had a story—one rooted in generosity and mutual pride. Truly, the culture of sharing is imbibed among and within each MKWD employee.

According to MKWD, their victory was made possible not by spending too much, but through a shared goal and cooperation. Every small contribution mattered to be able to create something remarkable. The float overflowed with fruits—not because of money, but because everyone contributed what they could.

MKWD has now proven two years in a row that you don’t need a big budget to make a big impact.

Adding to the enjoyment of the parade was Kid Tubig, MKWD’s beloved mascot, who walked alongside employees during the Civic-Military Parade and interacted with the crowd—especially children. Kids were thrilled to meet and take pictures with Kid Tubig, making the parade even more memorable and joyful for families.

In another notable achievement, MKWD dancers also earned 2nd place in the Sayaw sa Timpupo (Street Dance Competition) with their performance entitled Alamat ni Tandang During. The dance portrayed a tale of the origin of the durian, expressed through a traditional storytelling dance choreography.

Their participation and performance honoring Filipino culture and tradition was a source of great pride for the team, especially after weeks of practice and preparations.

For all the participants from MKWD, the experience was more than worth the effort. From long rehearsals to float preparations that extended beyond office hours and into weekends, the privilege of being part of something bigger made all the hard work noteworthy. The prizes were simply a bonus. What truly mattered was MKWD’s role in making the Timpupo Festival a success.

Every moment and every action during the festival became an opportunity to strengthen bonds with the community and embody its guiding principle: “Ang MKWD Nag-atiman Kanimo.” –jbo/PRU