Several municipal council chairmen, clerics and religious scholars have praised the directive of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to open, renovate and rehabilitate 60 mosques under the Sunni and Jaafari Endowments across all governorates of the Kingdom of Bahrain. They said the move reflects a long-standing commitment to maintaining and honouring houses of worship, while ensuring a suitable environment for prayers and religious activities, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. In statements to the Bahrain News Agency (BNA), officials noted that the initiative highlights continuous support for religious work and strengthens the role of mosques as centres of worship, guidance and community values in Bahraini society. Abdullah Ibrahim Abdulatif, Chairman of the Southern Municipal Council, said the directive demonstrates Bahrain’s dedication to maintaining mosques and reinforcing religious values. He added that the project meets the needs of citizens across various areas by providing well-equipped mosques that ensure comfort for worshippers. He stressed that mosque rehabilitation also enhances infrastructure in residential neighbourhoods, as mosques play a key role in strengthening social ties and improving quality of life. The initiative also takes into account the needs of the elderly and people with […]