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Indonesian Musilm youth group wants to close clubs for Ramadan

A Muslim youth group is planning a mass march and rally to back demands fornightclubs and bars to shut down during the holy month of Ramadan.

An executive of the Justice Guard, says members want to close what they consider to be sleazy nigh sports.

He says Justice Guard will hold a march and a rally after Friday prayers to demand that Jakarta authorities enforce the closure of entertainment spots.

The Religious Affairs Minister says the government will soon issue calls to close various entertainment establishments during the fasting month.

25/10/01 4:30:26 | ABC Radio Australia News

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