
A large number of Shia Muslims attend the 10th Muharram procession to mark Ashoura at Empress Market Sadar in Karachi on July 29, 2023. — APP
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KARACHI/LA
On that day, with his family and loyal companions, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) reminds the unprecedented courage of Imam Hussein (RA), who was in the face of oppression to maintain the true spirit of Islam.
There are processions being carried out in all the cities and towns of the country, with which people are performing mourning rituals on the occasion of the day of Ashura.
Security arrangements have been made across the country to avoid any untoward incident and ensure safety and safety during the procession.
Last week, the Interior Ministry approved a nationwide deployment of the Pakistan Army and the Civil Armed Forces (CAF) to strengthen security during the holy month.
Meanwhile, mobile phones and Internet services are suspended in different cities as part of security measures.
Karachi
The main procession in Port City was removed from Nishtar Park after the majesty, which continued on the night of the 9th Muharram.
After passing its traditional route, the procession ends this evening at the Bargain of Hussein-Iranian Iranian, which identifies Sham-Gharbin.
As part of security arrangements in the city, the piylan ride is still being banned.
Meanwhile, Ma Jinnah Road has been closed for traffic with markets and shops in areas like Saddis, Empress Market and Regal Market to ensure foolproof security on the route and around the central mourning procession.
Lahore
In Lahore, the main mourning procession began at Nasser Haveli at Mochi Gate, which after passing its traditional route. In the evening, Shambal Gamma Shah will end the Gamma Shah in Syria.
Procession in Rawalpindi
The main “Zuljana” procession will start with the Imam Bargain Colonel Maqbool Hussein after the “West” today and will result in the end of the Qadimi Imam Bargah.
On the direction of Commissioner Rawalpindi Division Engineer Aamir Khatak, the police have deployed 5,500 police officers around Rawalpindi to avoid any bad incident.
Rawalpindi
The central “Zuljana” procession will begin with the Imam Bargah Colonel Maqbool Hussein and after the West prayer, the Qadimi will end in the Imam Bargah.
On the direction of Rawalpindi Division Commissioner Engineer Aamir Khatak, the police have deployed 5,500 police officers around Rawalpindi to avoid any bad incident.
The President pays tribute to Prime Minister Imam Hussein (RA)
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif paid a great tribute to the 10th Muharram, paying tribute to the sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussein (RA) and his colleagues, saying that the day of the Ashura gives us a message of sacrifice, truth, sincere determination and standing for truth.
Recalling this historic day, President Zardari demanded the nation to follow the path of Imam Hussein (RA) and not only reform itself, but also to base national priorities on governance system, social attitudes and honesty, politeness and public welfare.
“The day of Ashura is a bright and infinite chapter in Islamic history, which gives us a message of sacrifice, truth and sincere commitment.”
He said: “This day reminds us of the great martyrdom of the grandson of Hazrat Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him), Imam Hussein (RA) and his grandchildren. This day is a sign of eternal struggle against falsehood.”
“Not only was a war fought on the land of Karbala, but there was a test of the true spirit of conscience, character and religion. He added.
The President remarked, “His message is still alive today, and it is a deep message of sticking to the principles, when it is not to bow down to oppression and oppression and make every sacrifice for the sake of truth.”
He added, “We have to make a pledge today that we will make Pakistan a manifestation of the message of freedom and justice of Imam Hussein (RA) and promote the Brotherhood, love, tolerance and national unity.”
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shahbaz said that the war of Karbala teaches Muslims that although the path to reality is difficult, it gives the happiness of Allah and the hearts and eternal prosperity.
He said that the message of Hazrat Imam Hussein (RA) was not just limited to his time, but it is a global message, which still convinces us that a Muslim stands for truth, supports the oppressed, and supports justice in all circumstances.
– Additional input from the app.