Ramadan 2021: J&K Waqf Board to fine Covid-19 norms violators in mosques

The government has also instructed the board to ensure the availability of masks for those coming to mosques for prayers.

Jammu: People seen flouting Covid-19 norms, not adhering to social distancing norms at a wholesale market in Jammu. (PTI)

As the holy month of Ramadan starts this week, the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board has been directed to impose a fine against those violating the Covid-19 Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) in mosques, official documents stated. The month of Ramadan holds great significance among the Muslim community.

“Waqf shall ensure that all Covid-19 SOP’s are followed in the masjids controlled by the Waqf board. Besides, secretary Red Cross shall issue receipt books to the Waqf Board for the imposition of a fine to those who violate Covid-19 norms in the masjids,” read the minutes of the meeting.

Ramadan will be observed in Jammu and Kashmir from Wednesday.

The decision came during a meeting chaired by Kashmir Divisional Commissioner, K Pole, last week to finalize the arrangement for Ramadan and also regarding the celebration of Navratra.

During the meeting, instructions were passed to the Waqf Board about the measures required to be taken during the month of Ramadan.

The government has also instructed the board to ensure the availability of masks for those coming to mosques for prayers. The Waqf has been directed to deploy concerned medical officers for the implementation of Covid-19 protocols.

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