Ismail Sabri: Sacrifice rites allowed for Hari Raya Aidiladha, but SOPs apply


PUTRAJAYA: The government will allow korban activities (sacrifice rites) to be held during the Hari Raya Aidiladha celebration, with standard operating procedures (SOPs) in place that must be strictly adhered to.

Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said for one, this activity can only be done within the compounds of mosques, surau or areas permitted by the relevant religious authorities.

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