No big Eid congregation in open spaces

The government has instructed not to hold prayers of holy Eid-ul-Fitr in open spaces and also suggested limiting the prayers in a bid to contain the transmission of coronavirus or COVID-19.

The government today (May 14) extended the ongoing shutdown of public and private offices till May 30 with some conditions.

The Cabinet division issued a circular in this regard today.

The announcement came two days before the ongoing shutdown ends on May 16.

The extended shutdown includes weekends and holidays of the Eid-ul-Fitr, according to the circular.

In terms of holding upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr, the prevailing guidelines set by the government will be applicable. This time, big Eid congregation will have to be avoided in open spaces. Religious affairs ministry will issue necessary instructions in this regard, according to the circular.


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