In a statement, Mr.Bukhari said, “I was delighted to see that unlike on the occasion of Jumat-ul-Vida, the administration allowed congregational prayers on Shab-e-Qadr in Srinagar’s historic Jamia Masjid, which has been a spiritual centre for the Muslims of Kashmir for centuries and has traditionally been attracting large gatherings during the significant events.
Apni Party president expressed his gratitude to the authorities for reconsidering their decision to close down the mosque during important gatherings, and hoped that the government would adopt the same approach on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr as well.
He said, “I extend my gratitude to the concerned authorities for revisiting their unpopular approach in this regard, and I hope they, keeping the sentiments of the people in view, will allow Eid prayers in the grand masque as well.”(KNS)