Tangerang Regent Bans Residents From Holding Touring Takbir

Tangerang Regent Ahmed Zaki Iskandar/Photo: Antara

TANGERANG - Tangerang Regent Ahmed Zaki Iskandar forbade residents in the area to hold mobile takbirs on the eve of the celebration of Eid Al-Fitr 1443 Hijri to reduce the potential for COVID-19 transmission. "Everyone and gather with their families at home," he said in Tangerang, Wednesday, April 27. He asked people to do takbir in mosques, prayer rooms, and their homes. He said mobile takbirs could trigger mass crowds that could potentially transmit COVID-19. "Although there have been many relaxations, we must do things like wearing masks, washing our hands and keeping our distance," he said, quoted by Antara.

He reminded the public to carry out positive activities during the Eid celebration period. "It is better to take advantage of Eid al-Fitr time with family at home. Do not carry out activities such as convoys, motorbikes, especially brawls," he said. He also asked the local community to remain disciplined. implementing the COVID-19 health protocol and complying with the homecoming travel rules set by the government so that they can carry out Eid safely and comfortably. he.