Three Singaporean women are set to contest charges related to their organization of a pro-Palestinian procession that took place on February 2, following a court appearance on Wednesday, September 18.
The women – Siti Amirah Mohamed Asrori, 29, Mossammad Sobikun Nahar, 25, and Annamalai Kokila Parvathi, 36, are facing charges under the Public Order Act for conducting the procession without the necessary permit.
According to Channel News Asia, the alleged procession occurred in the vicinity of the Istana, Singapore’s presidential residence, which is classified as a prohibited area for such gatherings.
Siti and Mossammad are accused of directly organizing the event, which drew approximately 70 participants who marched from Orchard Road to the Istana, brandishing umbrellas decorated with watermelon images—a symbol of solidarity for the Palestinian cause amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
The design was notably chosen for its resemblance to the colors of the Palestinian flag.
Annamalai is accused of abetting the conspiracy by coordinating with Siti, Mossammad, and other individuals, including Alysha Mohamed Rahmat Shah and Anystasha Mohamed Rahmat Shah, in the organization of the procession.
During the court proceedings, the women appeared together and, through their lawyer, stated they would be disputing the charges and claiming trial.
The cases have been adjourned to October for pre-trial conferences.
If convicted under the Public Order Act for organizing or abetting a prohibited procession, each woman faces potential penalties of up to six months in prison, fines amounting to S$10,000, or a combination of both.
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