ISLAMABAD: Some 800 people started observing aitekaf at Faisal Mosque on Sunday.

An official of the International Islamic University, Dr Hafiz Abid Masood, told Dawn that it was decided to accept all 800 applications for aitekaf at the mosque this year.

All applicants were asked to come to the mosque on Sunday with their luggage. They were given special identity cards and were shown the place set aside for them for aitekaf.

He said that in addition to lectures, arrangements for Qiyamul Layl had also been made, which other people can also attend.

Aitekaf is observed in the last 10 days of Ramazan where worshipers pray in secluded sections.

The Security Wing of the Capital Development Authority and the capital police will ensure security arrangements.

Published in Dawn, June 27th, 2016