Karachi: Martyrdom day (Youm-i-Ali) of fourth pious caliph of Islam, Ali ibn Abi Talib, was observed across country with great devotion and reverence. Hazrat Ali suffered fatal injuries in an attack by Kharijite dissident Ibn Muljim on 19th Ramadhan in 40 AH (661 CE) while going to say Fajr prayer in Iraqi city Kufa. He embraced martyrdom on 21st of Ramadhan.

Majalis were held in which zakireen highlighted life and teachings of Hazrat Ali while processions were taken out across country.

In Karachi, main procession was taken out from Nishtar Park. Roads from where procession were closed by placing containers. More than 5,000 police and Rangers personnel were deployed for security. Main procession passing through its designated route culminated at Hussainiya Iranain.

In Lahore, main procession has been taken out from historic Mubarak Haveli in Mochi Gate, which culminated at Karbala Gamey Shah outside Bhati Gate.  In Multan, main procession was taken out from Imambargah in Chah Boharwala. Twelve processions were taken out to mark day, while 15 majalis were held.

In Islamabad and Rawalpindi, processions were taken out which culminated at Sehr on Monday. In capital, main procession was taken out from Imambargah Zainabiya and passed through its traditional route and reached Imambargah Asna Ashri.

In Rawalpindi and Peshawar, processions have also been culminated. However, in Lahore, Karachi and other parts of country, processions have been taken out in morning and on their designated routes. Participants were allowed to join procession after passing walk-through gates and metal detectors.

Processions were monitored through CCTV cameras. Personnel were deployed along route to ensure safety of participants.

Published in The Daily National Courier, April, 02 2024

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