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Muharram: Shia Muslims take out procession in Jammu and Kashmir (VIDEO)

Muharram: Shia Muslims take out procession in Jammu and Kashmir (VIDEO)
, Tuesday, 9 August 2022 (17:24 IST)
Srinagar: The 10th day of Muharram passed off peacefully on Tuesday in Jammu and Kashmir amid restrictions in some areas of Budgam district and a Srinagar locality, officials said.

Shia mourners took out the “Zuljanah” procession in many areas of Kashmir to mark the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad. Thousands participated in the procession in Budgam district.

Officials said restrictions were imposed in a few areas of Budgam and a Srinagar locality to maintain law and order. Heavy deployment of forces was also made in sensitive areas.

Officials said Shia mourners marched in a procession in Zadibal area of downtown Srinagar. In Srinagar, the authorities imposed restrictions in Abi Guzar area.



Many areas in Srinagar were put under strict restrictions on Sunday.

Lt Governor Manoj Sinha paid homage to the sacrifices of the martyrs of Karbala on the eve of Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram.

He said the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain and his companions has guided humanity to strive for justice, values and righteousness. (UNI)

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