KUALA LUMPUR: The Oktoberfest cultural festival should not be held as it has the potential to disrupt social harmony and safety, says Datuk Idris Ahmad.
The Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) said non-Muslims are not forbidden from consuming alcohol, but the Oktoberfest events could trigger social problems as alcohol is consumed openly in a festival setting.
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