KANGAR – Like previous Aidiladaha celebrations, Perlis encourages Aidiladaha prayers on June 29 to be held on open grounds at about 8am.
Perlis regent Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail said the selection of open ground will be by the respective mosque committee and the matter is in line with Prophet Muhammad’s sunnah (precedence).
“However, the parish committee can consider using the open space in the mosque if there is a need depending on the place and number of pilgrims present,” he said in a statement issued by the Perlis Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPs) today.
He said in unsuitable weather conditions, the Aidiladha Prayers can be performed in the interior of the respective parish mosques around 8.15am and the Mosque Parish Committee must notify announcements related to changes in location by 7.45 am.
Tuanku Syed Faizuddin who is also the MAIPs chairman said that as a safety measure, pilgrims are encouraged to wear face masks and bring their own mats.
Meanwhile, regarding the organisation of sacrificial ceremonies, he said it is allowed and must comply with the authorities’ safety and health standard operating procedures.
“The slaughtering of sacrificial animals can only be done in government-owned or private slaughterhouses, registered mosques or suraus and private premises approved by the Perlis Veterinary Services Department,” he said. – Bernama, June 27, 2023
