Sindh imposes ban on congregational prayer in mosques
Last updated on: 27 March,2020 11:58 pm
The ban has been imposed on prayers in mosques from March 27 to April 5
KARACHI (Dunya News) – In a bid to curb the swiftly increasing cases of coronavirus in the country, Sindh government has decided to ban congregational Friday prayers in the province.
According to sources, the ban has been imposed on prayers in mosques from March 27 to April 5. Friday prayers would also be banned and only 3 to 5 persons would be allowed to pray inside mosques.
The primary purpose of the ban is to clamp down the spread of the virus and Sindh government arrived at this decision after complete consultation with Ulema from all schools of thought.
Earlier, in a meeting of over 20 religious scholars from all schools of thought with Governor Punjab Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar, it was unanimously decided to urge people across the country to remain inside their houses and pray from home.
After the meeting, both sides advised people to exercise self isolation as a precaution against the virus.
The meeting was attended by Maulana Tahir Ashrafi, Professor Sajid Mir, Mufti Ashiq hussain, Dr Raghib Naeemi, Maulana Hafiz Abdul Rahim among others.
The Ulema said that saving one life is equal to saving entire humanity therefore ensuring the safety of one’s life by staying at home should be the top priority. They advised people to pray at their homes and stay safe from the virus.
On this occasion, the Governor lauded the role of Ulema in educating the masses and helping protect them from the deadly pandemic.