Sindh govt lifts curbs on congregational prayers.

KARACHI -- As prominent clerics recently announced resumption of five-time congregational prayers at mosques across the country, the Sindh government on Wednesday allowed Jumatul Wida and Eid prayers across the province but made it clear that all these exercises would be held in accordance with the guidelines issued by the federal government, stressing social distancing.

Key members of the Sindh cabinet made the announcement at a press conference at the Sindh Assembly auditorium where they also vowed to meet ulema from all schools of thought for consultation so the successful implementation of the guidelines during the prayers could be ensured.

'We believe both [prayers and social distancing under the guidelines during the prayers] are necessary,' Sindh Information and Local Bodies Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah said while replying to a query. 'Being Muslims, we cannot quit praying and firmly believe that our prayers are heard. And at the same time, we want to save people's lives while keeping them safe from the virus. That's why we recommend prayers with all due guidelines. Eid prayers should be held at open places and parks. At those places, where a large number of people are expected, two congregations of Eid prayers can be arranged with gaps of a few minutes.'

Flanked by Education Minister Saeed Ghani and Adviser to the Chief Minister on Climate Change and Coastal Development Barrister Murtaza Wahab, Mr Shah also appealed to religious leaders to cooperate with the government for successful implementation of the guidelines.

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