Delhi's famous Jama Masjid opened for the public on Saturday. It was closed in view of the rising COVID-19 cases on June 12.

Shahi Imam of the mosque said that it will remain open from 9 am to 10 pm and social distancing norms will be followed.

Meanwhile, Mufti Mukarram Ahmed, Shahi Imam of the Fatehpuri Mosque, said, "Fatehpuri Mosque is allowed to reopen now. But, we should keep in mind that COVID-19 is still there. We have to take all precautions including wearing masks and using sanitisers frequently."

Jama Masjid was opened on June 8 after the central government allowed the opening of religious places as part of ‘Unlock 1’. 

Mosque's Shahi Imam, Syed Ahmed Bukhari on June 11 had said that no congregational prayers will be performed at the mosque till 30th June.

This development comes as coronavirus cases in the national capital are increasing at a very rapid pace.

In Delhi, there are 26148 active COVID-19 cases, with 2923 deaths and 65624 recoveries.

According to the Delhi government, by July 15, the number of coronavirus patients in Delhi could be more than 2.25 lakhs. By July 31, COVID-19 cases are expected to reach 5.50 lakh.

(With ANI inputs)