Only fully vaccinated citizens allowed to pray at mosques: Sindh govt

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The Sindh government has issued updated Covid-19 protocols for mosques in the province in line with the directions issued by the National Command and Operation Centre.

According to a notification issued by the Sindh Home Department, a copy of which is available with Dawn.com, only fully vaccinated individuals are allowed to pray at mosques to "avoid risk to others".

The notification also said that face masks would continue to be mandatory during indoor prayer gatherings. The provincial government also directed officials to ensure that carpets are removed and that there is adequate ventilation for indoor prayer gatherings.

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