Selangor ruler, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has ordered state religious authorities to take firm action against any immoral activities involving what he described as deviant practices in the state.
The directive was conveyed to Selangor Islamic Religious Council (Mais) chairperson Salehuddin Saidin and Selangor mufti Anhar Opir during an audience with the sultan at Istana Bukit Kayangan today.
The meeting was held to convey the Sultan’s firm stance against the “Glamping With Pride” programme in Hulu Langat, scheduled to take place next week.
In a joint statement, Salehuddin and Anhar said Sultan Sharafuddin does not consent to the organisation of any festivals, parades, activities, celebrations, or promotions related to the LGBTQ+ lifestyle in Selangor.
The sultan also does not consent to the establishment of any associations, clubs, organisations, or NGOs linked to LGBTQ+ activities in the state, the statement said.
In line with the sultan’s directive, Mais and Selangor mufti expressed strong opposition to any form of activity or promotion related to LGBTQ+ practices, stating that such acts are prohibited in Islam and contradict Islamic teachings.
They also urged the police and local authorities to block the programme and refrain from issuing permits for similar events.
“We also call on the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais), local councils and police to closely monitor the situation and take firm legal action to ensure such activities are not held,” they said.
The statement added that any effort to promote or normalise LGBTQ+ practices contradicts the objectives of Islamic law (maqasid syariah), particularly in preserving lineage, and poses a threat to Islamic faith.
Jakim will assist authorities
Meanwhile, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Zulkifli Hasan said the Islamic Development Department (Jakim) will work with relevant authorities to ensure that the “Glamping with Pride” programme does not happen.
He also said the department would leave the matter to the police for investigation.
“Jakim will cooperate with all relevant authorities to monitor the situation and ensure that the organisers do not proceed with the programme.
“Meanwhile, Jais will take follow-up action in coordination with the police,” he added.
On Jan 10, Jakim director-general Sirajuddin Suhaimee reportedly said that the authorities were closely monitoring the matter.
So far, police have received five reports related to the programme, which is scheduled to take place on Jan 17 and 18 in Hulu Langat, Selangor.
- Bernama
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