Don’t Come Out On Roads On Shab-e-Barat, Appeals Delhi Police

Delhi police have appealed to Muslims to not come out on roads on Shab-e-Barat on the intervening night of 8 and 9 April.

The police have also warned of legal action against people who violate this appeal. Bursting of fire-crackers is also not allowed.

The official handle of Delhi police tweeted on 5 April:

“Lockdown is in force even on the sacred night of Shab-e-Barat on 8th and 9th April, 2020. Don’t misuse it by coming out on bikes and create chaos on the streets of Delhi,” the post said.

As per a report by The Times of India, the police also held a meeting with Muslim leaders in different areas to check gathering.

Shab-e-Barat is considered the night of forgiveness, or Day of Atonement, in Islam. It is said to be the night when Allah forgives sinners. The festival comes in the run-up to Ramzan.