Religious places to open, but no visitors allowed

The curbs have been imposed at a time when the devotees are observing Navratras and Ramzan, wherein they fast and participate in special prayers.

Religious places in Delhi will stay closed to visitors for the next week in accordance with the curfew order issued on Monday.

Syed Ahmed Bukhari, the shahi imam of Jama Masjid, said the mosque will remain closed and only the staff residing on its premises will be allowed to participate in prayers. (Photo: Amal KS/HT (For representational purposes only))

The curbs have been imposed at a time when the devotees are observing Navratras and Ramzan, wherein they fast and participate in special prayers.

Syed Ahmed Bukhari, the shahi imam of Jama Masjid, said the mosque will remain closed and only the staff residing on its premises will be allowed to participate in prayers. “I have requested other mosques to not allow the faithful and encourage them to pray at home,” he said.

The managements at Kalkaji Mandir and Hanuman Mandir also said they will continue the daily prayers but without devotees. Surendra Nath Avdhoot, mahant (head priest) Kalkaji Mandir, said, “None will be allowed to participate in daily prayers except for priests and staff living on the premises.”

Manjinder Singh Sirsa, elected member of Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee, said he has appealed to all gurdwaras to follow the curfew guidelines.