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Summary
As many as 21 districts of Punjab have been declared sensitive, while strict security mesures have been taken to avert any untoward incident during Muharram-al-Haraa'm .In and around all the Imambarghas, scanners and walk through gates have been installed. The mourners would also need to be checked by metal detectors before entering the precincts of any Bargha. Besides police, Army personnel would also be be deployed at Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad and Jhang from 7th to 10th Muharram.Over 22,000 policemen will be appointed in Lahore for duties at various places. CCTV cameras are also installed at all the entry and exit points of Lahore. Strict checking of religious schools, hotels and guest houses will be done on daily basis as well.
