The Quranic Center of the Astan (custodianship) of Hazrat Abbas holy shrine organizes the Quranic event every day in the holy month.
According to Sheikh Jawad al-Nasrawi, an official with the center, a limited number of police forces and members of security organizations attend the program this year due to the coronavirus restrictions, al-Kafeel website reported.
He said their participation is aimed at promoting Quranic teachings and fostering peace.
The program, which starts at 5 PM local time every day is broadcast on the satellite TV channel of the Astan.
Ramadan, which will end next week, is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It is a period of prayer, fasting, charity giving and self–accountability for Muslims around the world.
During Ramadan, Muslims fast (abstain from foods and drinks) from sunrise to sunset.
They also devote a considerable amount of time during this month to reading and contemplating the Quran.