Pakistan observes Youm-e-Ashura, the 10th of Muharram, with solemn processions to honour the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions in the Battle of Karbala. Nationwide mourning reflects deep Islamic reverence.
Across Pakistan, mourning processions in cities such as Karachi, Lahore, and Peshawar commemorate Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS)’s sacrifice in 680 CE, symbolising resistance against oppression. Ulema and Zakireen will deliver sermons on Karbala’s teachings, emphasising justice and faith. Over 2 million participated in 1,689 processions and 3,900 majlis, per Punjab Police, reflecting the event’s cultural and spiritual weight.
Youm-e-Ashura serves as a heartfelt reminder of the courageous stand against injustice, embodying the enduring values of sacrifice, patience and truth. pic.twitter.com/IFLZfEExHJ
— Sindh Information Department (@sindhinfodepart) July 6, 2025To ensure safety, authorities deployed 150,000 police personnel nationwide, with mobile services suspended in Quetta, Sukkur, and other cities until 8:00 PM, per Interior Ministry. Islamabad’s mobile control room, directed by Minister Mohsin Naqvi, operates independently of networks, per Geo News. With 45% of processions high-risk, per Punjab Police, X posts like “Ashura security is airtight” with 200,000 engagements show public support.
السلام علیکم! صبح بخیر
یومِ عاشور کے موقع پر پنجاب پولیس آپ کی حفاظت کیلئے موجود ہے۔ کسی بھی مشکوک شخص یا سرگرمی کی اطلاع فوری طور پر پولیس کو دیں۔#PunjabPolice #Moharam #Security #Protection pic.twitter.com/mRMIp057bW
— Punjab Police Official (@OfficialDPRPP) July 6, 2025Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar, holds profound significance. Youm-e-Ashura marks Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA)’s martyrdom, while the 1st Muharram honors Hazrat Umar (RA), assassinated in 644 CE. Karbala’s legacy, with 72 martyrs, inspires 220 million Pakistanis.
لاہور سمیت صوبہ بھر میں سکیورٹی ہائی الرٹ
عشرۂ محرم الحرام کے دوران امن، تحفظ اور احترام کی فضا کو برقرار رکھنے کے لیے پنجاب پولیس پوری طرح مستعد اور متحرک ہے۔
لاہور سمیت صوبہ بھر میں ایک لاکھ سے زائد افسران و اہلکار سیکیورٹی ڈیوٹی پر تعینات ہیں۔ صوبائی دارالحکومت میں 10 ہزار سے… pic.twitter.com/HCMKVjOxya
— Punjab Police Official (@OfficialDPRPP) July 5, 2025Youm-e-Ashura 2025 brings together Pakistan’s 220 million citizens to honor Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS), promoting communal harmony despite existing security challenges. With 90 million mobile users affected by service disruptions, the event has a significant impact on cultural and security narratives, highlighting resilience and faith.
