Taliban called women's voices as stray...

S Venkateshwari
Taliban called women's voices as stray...

Since the Taliban came to power in Afghanistan, strict rules are being implemented against women. Meanwhile, the Taliban has issued another repressive order regarding women. The Taliban said in its order that women's voices should not be heard while praying. The Taliban has called women's voices as stray.

Taliban minister Mohammad Khalid Hanafi issued the order

Taliban minister Mohammad Khalid Hanafi has said in the order that women's voices are considered as stray, which is why they need to stay hidden. Their voices should not be heard by anyone in public places, not even women. Their voices should not be heard even while reading the Quran. minister Khalid Hanafi has announced this during a program in eastern Logar province. According to The New York Post report, Hanafi said that women should not read the Quran loudly, even if they are with other women. He further said, "Women are not even allowed to say Takbir or Azan. women are also banned from listening to music.

Afghan activists protest

Afghan activists living abroad have condemned this order of the Taliban. Johal Azra of the Australian Hazara Advocacy Network told news.com.au, "Last month, the Taliban has banned women from going to public places. After this, the condition of women has become worse. This order clearly shows that the Taliban wants to completely abolish women's rights. He further said, "Since returning to power in Afghanistan, the Taliban has ended the public life of women and girls by implementing more than 105 orders, fatwas and orders. They have implemented these orders violently and arbitrarily.

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