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KARACHI, Aug 26 (APP):The central procession of the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) culminated peacefully amid tight security in Karachi on Monday.
The procession set off from Mehfil-e-Shah-e-Khurasan, passed through its traditional route and culminated several hours later at the Hussainian Iranian Imambargah in Kharadar.
Before the mourners started marching, Allama Syed Shehnshah Hussain Naqvi addressed the central majlis at Nishtar Park, where he highlighted the great sacrifices rendered by Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his family members.
The procession then started at Mehfil-e-Shah-e-Khurasan and reached at Imambargah Ali Raza located at the MA Jinnah Road where they offered Zuhrain prayers.
Later, the procession continued along the route and was joined by several smaller processions from different areas of the city.
The authorities have enforced strict security measures, including a ban on pillion riding as well as partial suspension of cellular services in the city especially the areas connecting to the central procession route.