Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) being observed across country
Zuljinah, Alam and Tazia processions are being taken out in the country.
LAHORE (Web Desk) - The Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and martyrs of Karbala is being observed throughout the country today (Friday) with religious solemnity and respect.
Zuljinah, Alam and Tazia processions are being taken out while Majalis are being held in all big or small cities and towns of the country to pay homage to the great sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions in Karbala.
On the occasion, a public holiday has been announced in Rawalpindi. Meanwhile, strict security arrangements are in place across the country to ensure the safety of the mourners.Heavy contingent of police and Frontier Corps have been deployed along the route and inside the procession.
The thoroughfares connected to the orutes of the procession have been sealed while placinf containers and are being monitored by CCTV cameras.
Moreover, mobile phone service has also been suspended in the routes of the mourning processions.