Key Takeaways
- The main Chehlum procession concluded successfully in Karachi on Tuesday.
- Heavy security measures ensured the peaceful observance of the religious event.
- Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah expressed satisfaction over the successful conclusion.
The main Chehlum procession to mark the 40th day of mourning for Imam Husain (AS) concluded peacefully in Karachi on Tuesday, according to police reports.
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah expressed satisfaction and gratitude over the peaceful conclusion, praising the Sindh Rangers, police, and other law enforcement agencies for their excellent performance.
Home Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar also commended the Sindh police for ensuring a successful observance of Chehlum processions.
Chehlum is marked by processions by Shia Muslims across Pakistan, with this year's main procession concluding in Karachi.
The front of the main procession had reached Eidgah Chowk while its tail was at Britto Road, en route to Hussainia Iranian Imambargah, as reported earlier in the day.
To manage traffic during the procession, the police provided alternate routes for commuters. For example, people coming from Nazimabad may travel via Lasbela Chowk, then Nishtar Road through Garden, to reach their destinations.
The Additional Inspector General (IG) Azad Khan stated that 7,465 police officers and personnel would be deployed for security duty at 108 processions, 2,901 at 501 majalis, and 1,113 at 642 imambargahs on Chehlum.
All roads intersecting the route of Karachi’s main procession will remain completely closed, with extraordinary measures taken around Nishtar Park, according to police statements.
