Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has made it clear that the government will not restrict Islamic outreach or dakwah activities, as long as they comply with the law.
Personal experience shared
Speaking at the home ministry this morning, Anwar reflected on his own involvement in such activities.
“I was involved in dakwah activities, but I followed the rules, particularly when they affected pedestrian traffic,” he said.
He extended the principle to other religious expressions.
Consistent rules for all faiths
Anwar said the same standard applies to the construction of Hindu temples and suraus.
“Follow the rules. That’s all we ask,” he emphasised.
“Just like with Hindu temples — you can worship as you please and set up temples, but follow the rules.”
He cited an example of a surau in Perak that was demolished for breaching regulations, countering claims that such structures are allowed anywhere.
Response to recent incident
Anwar’s statement came a day after Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) addressed criticism over removing a stall by the Multiracial Reverted Muslims group.
The stall was located at Jalan Bukit Bintang, outside the Yayasan Selangor building.
DBKL explained that the tent blocked a pedestrian walkway, violating requirements for unobstructed public spaces to ensure safety.
Officers had waited over 30 minutes for a representative to explain, but none appeared.
The tent was dismantled and items kept safely, following legal procedures.
DBKL stressed it has never blocked dakwah activities in public spaces, provided procedures are observed.
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