23.03.2020
Abiding by the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health with responsibility
We are aware that globally every country is taking necessary measures to curb the Coronavirus pandemic which is spreading widely. Accordingly the Government of Sri Lanka has also provided some guidelines, and has undertaken various measures to prevent the infection of this virus from spreading to the people of this nation. Thus, it is obligatory upon all of us to adhere to these guidelines.
Especially it is important to recognize that the imposed curfew is with regard to the best interests of the public, and we Muslims should unconditionally abide by that law. During the curfew, we should totally avoid roaming outside, and cooperate with the defense authorities.
While, Muslims from all over the country should abide by the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health regarding the prevention of the viral transmission, they should also strictly follow the guidelines issued by the same ministry when the curfew is lifted, and set an example for other communities. Also, the All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama kindly appeals to all the Muslims to adhere to the following etiquettes:
- Only one person from a household going out for purchasing essentials.
- Utilizing youngsters to fulfil external affairs instead of young children and the elderly.
- Wearing a mask when going out.
- Maintaining a distance of at least 1 meter between individuals when waiting at queues.
- Washing hands regularly with soap.
The All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama kindly requests all Muslims to adhere to the above guidelines and also urges to enlighten others with the same.
Especially, ACJU requests the Masjid Trustees to broadcast this awareness frequently via the speakers of the Mosques.
Ash Shaikh Abdul Muqsith
Secretary – ACJU Propagation Division
