Khaberni - Minister of the Interior Mazen Al-Faraya confirmed that the initiative he launched concerning mourning houses, weddings, and tribal gatherings is non-binding and was presented for discussion and opinion through an electronic survey.
He explained in a talk at the Science and Culture Association today, Saturday, that unfortunately, the initiative was misrepresented by some media as being against democracy, which is not true. He noted that the initiative aims to reduce the financial burdens on citizens and is tailored to their current circumstances.
He added that he directed administrative governors to present the initiative to community and official entities in the provinces, but not to enforce it.
At the end of the lecture, Al-Faraya appealed to social media activists and media outlets to promote the initiative and clarify its objectives, especially as it carries many implications for reducing the burden on citizens' pockets.
The Minister of the Interior proposed an initiative a few days ago, with several key items:
Mourning Houses: Limiting mourning gatherings to just one day instead of three, and that food provision should be confined to the deceased’s immediate family.
Marriage Dowries: Working to reduce marriage dowries to alleviate the financial burdens facing young people about to marry.
Wedding Ceremonies: Limiting wedding ceremonies to the minimum extent, avoiding lavish feasts and large invitations.
Tribal Gatherings: Specifying the number of participants in tribal gatherings to keep them modest, akin to the customs previously followed in tribal traditions.
No political figures leading tribal gatherings
Among the highlights of the initiative, there is a call to refrain from inviting political figures, whether active or retired, to lead tribal gatherings. This step aims to return these events to their simple social nature and to keep them away from any ostentatious displays.
