Jaded with Ramadan bazaars, Muslims turn to free ‘buka puasa’ at mosques as economy bites (VIDEO)

No need for Domestic Trade Ministry to authorise officers from local authorities to conduct price monitoring, says Nga Kor MingPeople break their fast at Masjid Jamek during the holy month of Ramadan in Kuala Lumpur March 14, 2024. — Picture by Firdaus LatifKUALA LUMPUR, March 24 — Working in Cyberjaya, Selangor, it can sometimes take nearly two hours for Hidayat, 24, to arrive home in Shah Alam.

Lawyer Hafidz Nasir, 34, shared Hidayat’s sentiments when met in Putrajaya. He said he would often opt to break his fast at the mosque to save money and to mingle around with the community in the area — this was his fifth different mosque so far. He said that during these communal experiences, he often gets to hear about local issues happening within the community.

Yet, the lawyer conceded that buyers may indulge themselves when visiting bazaars, as purchasing food while hungry tends to make everything appear delicious. “For me, this initiative is great, especially in this economy. It is even more beneficial for families because if you were to buy food at the bazaar for a family of four, it could easily cost around RM50,” he added.

He added that many people contribute donations to provide food at the mosque, which then encourages others to also frequent the mosque.

Source: Financial Digest (financialdigest.net)

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