SHAH ALAM – A total of 23 cases of deviant teachings have been detected and enforcement action has been taken in the state from 2019 to 2024, the Selangor State Assembly was told today.
State Islamic Religious Affairs and Cultural Innovation chairman Mohammad Fahmi Ngah said that of the total, 12 cases have resulted in conviction, while the remaining 11 are currently undergoing trial in the shariah court.
“Among the deviant teachings for which action has been taken are Shia, Millah Abraham, Hizbut Tahrir, Rasul Melayu and Tuhan Harun,” he said.
He said this in response to a question from Chua Wei Keat (Rawang-PH) on deviant teachings and actions taken by the state government to control the spread.
Mohammad Fahmi said the state government has adopted several approaches to curb the spread of deviant teaching, including intervention through explanation, education, monitoring and enforcement of heretical teachings that have been identified to be spreading.
He said information and awareness efforts on the issue are also carried out through the publication of printed materials and electronic media, while Friday sermon sessions were also used to raise awareness regarding deviant teachings.
“In addition, the state government also enforces the law in collaboration with various relevant agencies, as well as implements the rehabilitation process and guidance programmes for those involved,” he said. – July 8, 2025