20-point precautionary measures consensus in Pakistan

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In the backdrop of 2020 coronavirus pandemic in Pakistan and opposing pressures of medical fraternity of Pakistan and conservative outlook of clergy and masses; in midst of criticism from rational scientific voices expressing their concerns over how far people will follow these rule points in practice and may lead to continuance of COVID-19 pandemic; President of Pakistan mediated a consensus (ijma) consisting 20-point detail precautionary measures with Ulema (clergy) of Pakistan. [1] [2]

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20-point precautionary measures consensus

  1. There would be no carpets in mosques and imam bargahs. People would be encouraged to bring their own prayer mats.
  2. Social distancing would be observed.
  3. People would be advised to refrain from discussions in mosques.
  4. Mosques which have compounds would hold prayers outside rather than inside the building.
  5. Elderly and sick people would not come to mosques.
  6. Taraweeh preparations would be made only in mosque premises, not on roads.
  7. People would be encouraged to offer Taraweeh at home.
  8. Mosque floors would be washed with chlorine disinfectants.
  9. Prayer mats would also be disinfected with chlorine mixture.
  10. Congregational rows would be formed with a 6ft distance between worshipers.
  11. Committees would be formed to ensure preventive steps are followed.
  12. Ablution should be performed at home.
  13. It would be necessary to wear masks at mosques.
  14. No handshakes or hugs would be allowed.
  15. Worshippers would refrain from touching their faces.
  16. People would be encouraged to perform aitekaf at home.
  17. No preparations for sehri and iftaari would be made in mosques.
  18. Mosque administration would remain in contact with local police and cooperate with them.
  19. Mosque administration and police would be asked to ensure social distancing is maintained during prayers.
  20. Government can review and change any part of its policy on mosques during Ramazan if these measures are not being followed or the rise in cases is exponential.

Participants in consensus meeting

President of Pakistan Arif Alvi, Interior Minister Brigadier (r) Ijaz Shah, PM's aide on health Dr Zafar Mirza and Religious Affairs Minister Noorul Haq Qadri from Pakistan's Federal Government; and ulema (representatives of Islamic clergy)

Concerns and criticism

Some rational scientific voices expressing their concerns over leniency by Pakistani government

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