COVID-19 Affecting Ramadan Traditions in Thousand Islands
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Reported by Suparni | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
Reported by Suparni | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
The Thousand Islands Technical Working Unit (UKT) 2 had to close grave pilgrimage traditions at all public cemeteries (TPU) on settlement islands in Thousand Islands, specifically on Karya Island, North Thousand Islands.
No grave pilgrimage activities until an unspecified time limit
It refers to the rules of large-scale social restrictions (PSBB) in order to contain the spread of COVID-19.
"No grave pilgrimage activities until an unspecified time limit. This is for the health and common good," expressed Thousand Islands UKT 2 Head, Sofyan, Thursday (4/23).
COVID-19, Anies Calls on Muslims in Jakarta to Pray at Home During RamadanThereby it is expected to prevent a mass crowd in the grave area.
"This aims to anticipate and prevent the spread of the COVID-19 in Thousand Islands," he stated.
