Covid-19: International Quran recital and memorisation competition postponed, says Jakim
Saturday, 14 Mar 2020 05:49 PM MYT
Pharmacy workers wearing protective clothes and masks serve customers in Wuhan January 25, 2020. — AFP pic PUTRAJAYA, March 14 — The 1441H International Quran Recital and Memorisation Competition which is scheduled to take place from April 6 to 11 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, has been postponed until further notice.
Malaysian Islamic Development Department director-general Datuk Paimuzi Yahya in a statement today said the decision was made following the government’s directive to postpone all public gatherings including religious events to curb the spread of Covid-19.Each year the event sees the participation of contestants from more than 60 countries who will take part in the recital and memorising the Quran.
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