Religious groups from across Harrow are being encouraged to make some noise in a show of solidarity in the face of coronavirus.

They are being asked to take place in a ‘call to prayer’ initiative, where places of worship will send out vocal or musical messages to residents to bring them together.

Rehana Choudhry, who is behind the campaign, said it will give people the chance to “pause and reflect” during the lockdown period.

She noted there are many variations of a call to prayer, such as the adhan in Islam, bell ringing in Christianity, barechu in Judaism, mantras in Hinduism and path readings in Sikhism.

Similar to the ‘clap for carers’ initiative on Thursday evenings – as well as other shows of gratitude for key workers – the aim is to generate a sense of unity across the borough.

It is anticipated that, if it goes ahead, the calls to prayer will be played on Saturday evenings.

Mrs Choudry said: “During this unprecedented crisis before us, we are all condemned to social distancing – separated by the restrictions on public gathering we are isolated to our homes.

“The Covid-19 crisis has left many isolated, not only physically but also spiritually and mentally with a sense of insecurity.

“Worship and prayer are recognised to ease people’s minds and offer a sense of security that the mishap will in good time end, that wounds will heal, that normality will once again return.”

She added that the UK, and Harrow in particular, has “always welcomed cultural and religious diversity” and this is what makes it a great place to live.