SINGAPORE — Mosques in Singapore have been allowed to resume Friday prayers and daily congregational prayer amid strict anti-coronavirus precautionary measures, months after they were closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Making an announcement on its official Facebook page, the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore said: “On this blessed Friday, we also begin the resumption of congregational prayers at the mosques. We understand that many have been looking forward to Friday prayers, and so have we.”

However, worshipers have been told to book their slot for prayers via an electronic application developed by the council.

The council said worshipers would only be allowed to attend one Friday prayer every three weeks to ensure opportunities are distributed equally among Muslims in the country.

"We seek the cooperation and understanding of all congregants in ensuring that the congregational prayers will proceed smoothly and orderly for everyone," the post said, adding that mosque staff would guide worshipers who faced any difficulty.

Outlining the necessary precautionary measures to be followed prior to and during their visits to mosques, the council said worshipers would be required to perform ablutions at home, bring their own prayer mats and wear masks throughout their visits. — Agencies