On the 8th of Muharram, mourning processions and religious gatherings (majalis) are being held across Punjab, including Lahore, with great reverence and solemnity.
Large numbers of mourners, including women and children, are participating in these commemorations, paying tribute to the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions, and reflecting on the tragic events of Karbala.
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Stringent security arrangements have been implemented to ensure the peaceful conduct of Muharram processions and majalis. According to data provided by the Punjab home department and police authorities, over 58,000 police officers and personnel have been deployed across the province, along with more than 27,000 community volunteers assisting in maintaining order.
In Lahore alone, over 3,600 police officers have been assigned to security duties. A total of 86 mourning processions are being taken out in the city today, while 416 majalis are scheduled.
The central procession of 8th Muharram in Lahore was taken out from Imambargah Darbar Hussain, located inside Mori Gate, drawing a large crowd of mourners.
The symbolic “Shabeeh-e-Zuljanah” procession will follow its designated route and is expected to reach Imambargah Bait-ul-Raza in Old Anarkali by evening.
Province-wide, a total of 1,365 processions and 3,940 majalis are being held today. Throughout 10 ten days of Muharram, security across Punjab will remain on high alert.
Authorities are employing CCTV surveillance, drone monitoring, and other modern security tools, especially in sensitive areas.
The administration has urged citizens to cooperate with law enforcement personnel and immediately report any suspicious activity to the relevant authorities.
