Maal Hijrah, the first day of the new Islamic calendar year, is celebrated on a moderate scale with gatherings at public halls and mosques where special prayers, sermons and Quranic recitals are held to usher in the Muslim new year. A ‘Tokoh Ma’al Hijrah’ is awarded to a Muslim personality to honour his contribution to Muslims and Islam.

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