Processions across Pakistan are taking place to pay homage to the unparalleled sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain and his companions who laid down their lives to preserve the uprightness of Islam in Karbala.
Multiple processions are taking place under tight security. The federal and provincial governments have taken strict security measures to maintain law and order on the occasion, while the Army has been deployed in sensitive areas.
Mobile phone service and wireless internet service remains suspended in light of security concerns, while officials at the command and control center are monitoring the processions through CCTV cameras.
Zuljinah and Taazia processions will take place in big and small cities and towns of the country.
Hundreds of sabeels of milk and sherbat have been set up along the traditional routes of the processions on Ashura.
Azadars will also distribute Langar among participants on the occasion.
The law enforcing agencies have been directed to remain vigilant and keep a close watch on procession routes and other sensitive points to ensure peace and protect the life and property of the people.
Meanwhile, President Mamnoon Hussain and Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif paid accolades to the sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain.
