Ministry reiterates public gatherings including praying on building terraces prohibited

Doha: Ministry of Interior in an awareness poster reiterated that public gathering are prohibited due to the current public health scenarios. The awareness poster reminded all residents that all kinds of the gatherings including at Corniche, cafeterias and even gathering on terrace for prayers are prohibited and violators face hefty fine or imprisonment or both.

“Adherence to the health and preventive measures is a protection for yourself and your family and for the security of the society,” ministry said in the poster published in various languages.

“All kinds of the gatherings are prohibited in Corniche, beaches, public places and in front of the restaurants and cafeterias,” it said.

“Gathering for Jamaath prayer in front of Masjids or on the roofs of the houses and buildings or at any other places is also prohibited as a protection for your safety,” MoI added.

“Imprisonment not exceeding 3 years and fine not exceeding QR 200,000 (Two hundred thousand) or any one of the above will be the punishment for the violators of the above instructions,” ministry warned.

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