SINGAPORE’S Minister in charge of Muslim Affairs Masagos Zulkifli has expressed concerns over several confirmed Covid-19 cases arising from a mass religious gathering in Malaysia.

It is believed that he is referring to a tabligh assembly at Seri Petaling Mosque in Kuala Lumpur from February 27 to March 1.

Citing a news report, Masagos who is also the republic’s environment and water resources minister, said 95 Singaporeans had attended the event.

He said Singapore’s Health Ministry is in the midst of investigating and identifying the Singaporean attendees.

“If you were there, please get yourselves checked by a doctor – protect your loved ones and those around you. For those who are unwell, please seek medical attention immediately,” he posted on Facebook today.

On February 14, Masagos reportedly said all Muslims attending prayers at mosques are encouraged to take their own mats and to avoid shaking hands to minimise contact.

These measures can better protect congregants from the coronavirus while still allowing them to perform their religious obligations, he said.

Meanwhile, Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said that based on preliminary information, the assembly involved some 10,000 people from several countries, including Malaysia.

He said all planned mass gatherings should be postponed and urged people to avoid visiting Covid-19-affected countries. – Bernama, March 12, 2020.