Muslims advised to adhere to SOP despite relaxations in mosque, surau
Muslims in the country have been reminded always to adhere to the SOPs for COVID-19 prevention when performing congregational prayers without physical distancing at mosques and surau.
Fri Apr 01 2022
Selangor allows congregational prayers without physical distancing from April 1
The Sultan of Selangor has given his consent for the congregational prayers without physical distancing to be performed in mosques and surau statewide effective April 1.
Sun Mar 27 2022
Congregational prayers without physical distancing not yet discussed in most states
Congregational prayer in mosques and surau without physical distancing during the 'Transition to Endemic' phase which begins April 1, is yet to be discussed in most states.
Wed Mar 09 2022
End of physical distancing in houses of worship lauded but maintain basic SOP
The announcement to end physical distancing during congregational prayers, as well as mass prayers in non-Muslim houses of worship, has received good response from all quarters.
Wed Mar 09 2022
No more physical distancing during congregational prayers - PM Ismail Sabri
Congregational prayers in all mosques and surau, as well as mass prayers in all non-Muslim houses of worship, can now be performed without having to observe physical distancing.
Tue Mar 08 2022
No plans to have specific SOPs for tarawih prayer - Idris
The existing SOPs on congregational prayers in mosques and suraus were also applicable for tarawih prayers.
Fri Feb 04 2022
Physical distancing rule during congregational prayers not made on purpose - Idris
The decision to enforce physical distancing during congregational prayers was not done on purpose but was taken after taking into account the views of the state religious authorities.
Sun Jan 09 2022
Muslims grateful to be able to keep Ramadan spirit alive this year
Muslims in the country should be grateful that most mosques and surau have been opened gradually for obligatory daily congregational prayers, Friday prayers, tarawih prayers and educational sessions.
Mon Apr 12 2021
Perlis allows congregants from same house to stand close together
People living in the same house will be allowed to stand close together when performing the congregational prayers in mosques in Perlis.
Mon Mar 22 2021
Sultan Nazrin consents to number of mass prayer congregants to follow mosque capacity
Mohd Annuar, however, said only Malaysian citizens aged 12 and above are allowed to attend the congregational prayers.
Tue Feb 16 2021
MAIK allows congregational prayer at mosques, surau, except Kubang Kerian and Kusial
Kubang Kerian and Kusial are still under the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) until this Dec 20.
Sat Dec 12 2020
Friday, obligatory prayers allowed in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya with limited worshippers
The worshippers would be determined by the respective mosque and surau committee through invitation or other methods deemed appropriate.
Fri Oct 16 2020
COVID-19: Congregational prayers' guidelines based on National Fatwa Council discussions
The guidelines for congregational prayers in mosques and surau during the Recovery Movement Control Order period are prepared based on discussions with the ulama through the National Fatwa Council.
Sat Sep 12 2020
RMCO: Prayer mat requirement in mosques lifted today - Ismail Sabri
Individuals going for prayers in mosques, are no longer required to bring their own mats effective today while foreigners will be allowed to join mosque congregational prayers from Sept 1.
Tue Aug 25 2020
Sultan Selangor consents to increased number of worshippers at daily, Friday congregational prayers
For Friday prayers, the congregation must go through the process of registration and wait for their turn as previously specified.
Fri Jul 17 2020