Yaum-e-Ashura is solemnly observed evey year on Muharram 10 to pay homeage to Holy Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) grandson Imam Husain and other martyrs of Karbala.
In Karachi, the central procession began at Nishtar Park amid strict security measures implemented across the city to ensure the safety of mourners participating in the event, Express News reported.
The central procession from Nishtar Park began after the main majlis, which was scheduled for this morning. The procession is to then proceed along its traditional route and conclude at the Hussainian Iranian Imambargah in Kharadar.
The procession will travel from Nishtar Park to Kharadar, passing through key areas such as MA Jinnah Road. According to the traffic police, all roads from Numaish to Kharadar have been closed, except Bab-e-Urdu Chowk.
متبادل راستہ* ٹریفک کو بمطابق پریس ریلیز چلایا جارہا ہے۔
*عوام الناس سے گزارش ہے کہ زحمت اور پریشانی سے بچنے کے لئے متبادل راستوں کے انتخاب کے لئے ٹریفک ہیلپ لائن 1915 ملائیں*
*ٹریفک پولیس ہیلپ لائن رہنما 1915*
*(ضلع: ایسٹ،ساؤتھ،سٹی)*
*Road Closure Alert*
– Time: 08:39 PM
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— Karachi Traffic Police (@Khitrafficpol) July 6, 2025
A detailed traffic diversion plan for Muharram 8 to 10 was devised and shared earlier by the trafiic police.
To ensure comprehensive security, a heavy deployment of police and Rangers has been made throughout Karachi.
A total of 20,350 officers and personnel are on duty for security. The procession route will be thoroughly checked using sniffer dogs, and sharpshooters will be positioned on rooftops of tall buildings along the route.
Mobile phone services will be partially suspended in areas surrounding the procession to maintain close surveillance and prevent any security threats.
Moreover, a ban on pillion riding has been enforced across the city as a precautionary measure to avoid any untoward incidents.
Traffic police officers have been deployed at all key intersections to maintain flow on alternative routes. Authorities said the goal was to keep movement smooth while ensuring public safety.
Citizens were urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police helpline, Madadgar 15.
Ashura processions in Peshawar
The first Ashura procession in Peshawar commenced from Imambargah Agha Syed Ali Razi Shah on Sunday as Ashura events continue across the city.
A total of 12 processions are scheduled throughout the day to mark Yaum-e-Ashura.
District authorities have deployed around 12,000 police personnel across Peshawar to maintain law and order throughout the day.
Officials said all processions are expected to conclude before Maghrib (sunset) prayers.
Security measures include route monitoring, traffic diversions and coordination with local religious organisers. No major incidents were reported as of early afternoon.