A section of the Muslim clergy from Hyderabad minced no words as they criticised shopping festivals in Ramzan, the large crowds they draw, and called upon Muslims to be more observant in the holy month.
The move comes after entrepreneurs began organising these shopping exhibitions, popularly known as expos, which entail earmarking spaces at a venue for recreation, dining and shopping. Over the years, such events have gained popularity with celebrities such as actors, comedians and sports persons being invited in an attempt to add value and increase popularity.
Maulana Ahsan al Hamoumi, the khateeb of the Shahi Masjid in Public Gardens, in a recent sermon, claimed that scores of people requested him to talk about these expos in Ramzan. Maulana Hamoumi urged people to not to frequent these expos, and called for a return to the spirit of Ramzan.
