Ashura observed with religious reverence across country

ISLAMABAD, Sep 10 (APP):Youm-e-Ashura on Tuesday was observed across the country to commemorate the martyrdom of Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) grandson Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) in Karbala.

Taazia and Zuljanah processions were taken out in all cities and towns. Hundreds of religious gatherings (Majalis) and processions were also held across the country.

Ulema and Zakireen highlighted the teachings of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA)and various aspects of Karbala’s tragedy.

Elaborate security arrangements were made to avoid any untoward incident during mourning processions. All SPs, SDPOs, SHOs and other police officials visited the routes of processions and ensured effective coordination among the security personnel performing duties.

Hospitals were directed to remain alert for any emergency situation while a comprehensive plan was formulated to provide first aid on the spot to the mourners.

Mobile teams and ambulances with medical kits were moving along with the processions, in case, to provide immediate medical aid to the mourners.
 
In Rawalpindi, the main procession of Ashura emerged from Imambargah Col. Maqbool Hussain, which culminated at Imambargah Qadeemi after passing through its designated routes.

Zakireen highlighted the philosophy Karbala battle, paying great respects to the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The mourners held Sham-e-Ghariban Majlis at Imambargah Qadeemi.

Sabeels of water, milk and tea were set up along the route of the processions. 
Walk-through gates and CCTV cameras had also been installed to check the entry and exit of people at various points.

Meanwhile, in Lahore, main Shabeeh e Zuljinah procession of Ashura was taken out from Nisar Haveli inside Mochi Gate of Old Walled City and culminated at Karbala Gaamay Shah.

Youm-e-Ashur had also been observed with due solemnity in Sindh including Karachi as elsewhere in the country.