Muslims celebrate Hari Raya on moderate scale, comply with Covid-19 SOP


  • Nation
  • Thursday, 13 May 2021

Worshipers observing physical distancing as they observe Hari Raya Aidilfitri prayers on the grounds of Istana Negara in Kuala lumpur. - fotoBernama

KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): For the second year in a row, Muslims in the country celebrated Hari Raya Aidilfitri in the new normal, strictly adhering to standard operating procedures (SOP) in the battle against the Covid-19 pandemic.

The spirit behind the month of Syawal, where Hari Raya is usually celebrated in a joyous mood, but this year it was celebrated in moderation and conviction due to the nationwide movement control order enforced to contain the outbreak, without the usual house-to-house visits, limiting the usual congregational prayers in mosques and the customary grave-site visits.

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