9th of Muharram being observed across country

ISLAMABAD (92 News) – The 9th of Muharram is being observed throughout the country today with due solemnity and sanctity to pay homage to the sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain Razi Allah-ho Tala Anho and his companions in Karbala. Ulema and Zakireen will throw light on the bright and candid teachings of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his great companions. Elaborate security arrangements have been made to avoid any untoward incident during mourning processions. Special traffic plan for the processions of 9th of Muharram ul Haram have also been chalked out. Mobile service is being completely suspended especially in the areas which are in proximity with procession routes, whereas weak networks are available in rest of the areas. The cellular service will resume, in cities after the conclusion of processions in respective areas, most likely after 8:00 pm, as per the sources. Special security plans were devised on provincial and federal level to ensure safe environment throughout the holy month, with heavy contingents of security personnel deployed in major cities of Pakistan, in addition to tight security measures in small cities as well.