Ashura being observed across Pakistan amid tight security

Ashura, the 10th of Muharram, is being observed across the country with due solemnity on Saturday to pay homage to Hazrat Imam Hussain (R.A) and other martyrs of Karbala amid strict security.

The day marks the undeterred resilience of the Prophet’s (PBUH) grandson, Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), his family and devoted companions who all fought to uphold Islam amid opposition and cruelty.

In this connection, mourning processions are being taken out in all cities and towns of the country.

Ulema and zakireen will highlight various aspects of the Karbala tragedy in their sermons.

Elaborate security arrangements have been made across the nation to avoid any untoward incident and offer safety to mourners during the processions.

Meanwhile, mobile signals remain shut in several cities following interior ministry’s directions to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) seeking suspension of mobile services not only on Muharram 9 and 10, but 11 as well.

Pillion riding has been banned in many cities across the country.

Karachi

The main Ashura procession in the city was taken out from Nishtar Park and will conclude at Hussainian Iranian Imambargah in Kharadar.

Lahore

The main procession in the city emerged from Nisar Haveli and will conclude at Karbala Gamay Shah in the evening. Sabeels of water, milk and tea have been set up along the route of the procession in remembrance of the famine-like situation faced by Hazrat Imam Hussain (R.A) and his companions.

Peshawar

In Peshawar, the central procession of Ashra was taken out from Imam Bargah Agha Syed Ali Shah Qissa Khwani Bazaar.

The procession after passing through its traditional routes will conclude at its starting point in the evening. Similar processions are also taken out in Kohat, Hangu, Lakki Marwat, Kurram and Dera Ismail Khan districts.

Quetta

In Quetta, the main procession was taken out from Imambargah Nichari Alamdar Road. The procession will culminate at its destination after Maghrib prayers.

Rawalpindi

The central procession of Ashura emerged from Imambargah Col. Maqbool Hussain and concluded at its culmination point at Imambargah Qadeemi after passing through its designated route.

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