NYC Mosques No Longer Need a Permit to Broadcast the Call to Prayer

Masjids can broadcast azan on Friday afternoons and throughout the month of Ramadan.

New York City Adhan Mosque Prayer — New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a new initiative on August 29 allowing masjids to broadcast Jummah, Ramadan prayers without a permit. (New York City Mayor's Office)

Allana Akhtar

August 30, 2023

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Mayor Eric Adams announced on Tuesday that masjids in the city can broadcast the azan (also called the adhan) every Friday afternoon, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., when Muslims pray Jummah, and every evening during Ramadan.

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