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Penang Allows Congregational Prayers, But Is Limited To Only 3 People

Penang Allows Congregational Prayers, But Is Limited To Only 3 People

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Penang has granted permission for congregational obligatory prayers in all mosques and suraus in the state, though limited to just 3 people – the imam, bilal and mosque officials only.

The Penang Islamic Religious Affairs Department (JHEAIPP) also added that tarawih and Aidilfitri prayers, as well as other activities such as sermons and tazkirah sessions are postponed for now.

As for Hari Raya Aidilfitri, all mosques and surau can broadcast the takbir by the mosque officials on duty, or to broadcast a recording from after the Isyak prayers until 9.30 p.m. on the night before Hari Raya.

Instructions regarding activities in mosques and surau will be issued in stages, but will be subject to the development in the Covid-19 situation and also the advice of the Ministry of Health.


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