PAS: It’s still a no-go for Bon Odori


PETALING JAYA: While the Selangor Sultan has ordered the state’s religious authorities to allow the Bon Odori Festival to go on, Islamist party PAS is staying adamant that Muslims should stay away from the Japanese cultural fiesta in Shah Alam.

PAS’ ulama and women’s wing both said Muslims should not attend the July 16 event, claiming that the Japanese festival has elements of Buddhist rituals that could sway one’s akidah (faith).

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