Disco closed during Ramadhan

Disco closed during Ramadhan

PONTIANAK, Central Kalimantan: In an effort to show respect for
Muslims who are fasting, the Pontianak government has banned
discotheques from operating during Ramadhan.

Through a decree signed by Pontianak Mayor Buchary
Abdurrahman, the city government has also prohibited city
residents from using firecrackers during Ramadhan between October
2 and November 3.

Karaoke lounges and cafes are still allowed to open, although
the operations will be restricted between 8 p.m. and 12 p.m. In
the decree, the mayor also called on restaurant and foodstall
owners to respect the Muslims who are fasting by placing an
awning in front of their stalls to keep them from view. -- Antara