The government regularly holds discussions with state religious authorities on various issues including providing expertise to train individuals interested in learning the funeral management for Covid-19 victims at no charge.

Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Ahmad Marzuk Shaary (above) said this was to address the issue of high funeral charges for Covid-19 victims, among others, reported having occurred in Kelantan.

"I have not received detailed information on the cost...