SHAH ALAM: Forty people have had their statements recorded as part of the investigation into a marriage motivation programme held in September last year.
Selangor Islamic Religious Council (Mais) chairman Datuk Salehuddin Saidin said the group included professionals such as lawyers and doctors, in addition to the programme organisers.
He said that recording these statements was crucial for completing the investigation file, particularly to determine whether a false doctrine was promoted.
“At present, the investigation is ongoing. Ultimately, the Selangor State Syariah Prosecution Department will decide whether there are elements of an offence under the Syariah Criminal Enactment (State of Selangor) 1995,” Salehuddin said in a press conference here today.
Salehuddin also denied claims that the Selangor Islamic Religious Departments (Jais) were delaying the investigation.
Meanwhile, he said that Mais, through its Al-Riqab Rehabilitation Division, had allocated RM18.4 million this year to assist socially and morally vulnerable groups.
As of June, 2,160 “asnaf riqab” (those in need of rehabilitation) had received support.
In addition, Mais is considering following the example of Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) by appointing wardens from among retired soldiers or police officers in schools under its administration. The proposal aims to curb bullying and prevent it from taking root in schools.
Salehuddin added that Mais, in collaboration with Jais, would organise a grand “solat hajat” programme at mosques and surau across the state on Sept 5, following Friday prayers.
The prayers will seek divine protection for Selangor against negative influences, wrongdoing, and challenges that threaten the state’s harmony and stability.
He also urged Muslims, particularly in Selangor, to reflect on the true meaning of independence in conjunction with the nation’s 68th National Day on Aug 31.
“In celebrating National Day, Muslims should nurture a strong sense of identity as Malaysian citizens, uphold their faith, and avoid all forms of social ills that could harm their future, particularly the younger generation,” he said. – BERNAMA
© New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
