Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) director Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad said this includes suraus which have been given special permission by the Selangor Islamic Religious Council to conduct Friday prayers subject to the implementation of the 1.5m social distancing rule.

“For Friday prayers, the congregation must go through the process of registration and wait for their turn as previously specified.

“A more efficient system is being drawn up to make it easier for the public to register and get feedback regarding their participation in the Friday prayers,” he said in a statement today.

However, women are not allowed to pray in congregations except at Masjid Diraja Tengku Ampuan Jemaah, Bukit Jelutong, and Masjid Diraja Raja Haji Fi Sabilillah, Cyberjaya.

Shahzihan also advised worshippers to perform their ablutions at home, wear masks, bring their own prayer mats and stay healthy.

He added that Jais would form a special committee to monitor the compliance of SOPs at mosques and suraus.

“Stern action will be taken for any non-compliance with the SOPs and Jais will not hesitate to withdraw permission in order to protect the safety and well-being of the congregation and image of Islam,” he said.

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