In Kemaman, Terengganu, Muslims are barred from entering the Hungry Ghost Festival due to concerns about potential disruptions. Organizers have displayed red banners stating, “Muslims are not allowed to enter the event site throughout the program (open only to Chinese people),” as reported by Sin Chew Daily. The banner outside the venue prohibiting Muslims from entering is said to help avoid potential conflicts.
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This restriction, effective from August 4 to September 3, aims to prevent issues during the festival, which runs until August 14. The ban follows a similar controversy where female singers were restricted at the Guan Di Temple’s jubilee celebration in Kuala Terengganu. Critics, including DAP vice-chairman Teresa Kok, argue against applying Islamic regulations to non-Islamic events.
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