Ordering school canteens to remain open during Ramadan 'excessive', says PAS


PETALING JAYA: The Education Ministry's directive for school canteens to remain open during Ramadan is controversial and "excessive", says the PAS ulama council.

The Islamist party expressed reservations over the Education Ministry's decision, saying it could ignite public discord.

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