New Muslim cemeteries in Gelang Patah, Seelong to ease JB's capacity crunch

New Muslim cemeteries in Gelang Patah, Seelong to ease JB's capacity crunch

New Straits Times·2025-02-05 18:04

KULAI: Muslim burial grounds in Johor Baru are at critical capacity, forcing the state government to act swiftly by securing two new sites in Gelang Patah and Seelong.

State Islamic Affairs Committee chairman Mohd Fared Mohd Khalid said 47 out of 607 Muslim burial grounds in Johor were either full or nearing full capacity, with Johor Baru facing the most severe shortage.

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