Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain is being observed across the country amid strict security on Tuesday (today).
Processions have been taken out in many cities to commemorate the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain and his companions in Karbala.
Cellular services have been suspended in several areas of cities through which the processions would pass.
In Karachi
The main Chehlum procession starts from Nishtar Park and ends at the Hussainian Iranian lmambargah in Kharadar after passing through its traditional routes.
Police and personnel from law enforcement agencies have made foolproof security arrangements. Barricades have been placed on streets and roads along the route to ensure the security of the participants.
The Sindh government has banned pillion riding throughout the province on the occasion.
All educational institutions in the province have also been closed.
Meanwhile, Karachi Traffic Police chief Iqbal Dara made a traffic plan for the central Chehlum procession.
In Lahore
The Chehlum procession route and its adjoining areas have been sealed by the police by placing containers and putting barbed wires.
The Punjab home department has issued a notification banning pillion riding across the province today.
The government had announced the ban on pillion riding for today under Section 144.
According to a notification issued on Monday, the government has exempted families, senior citizens, journalists and government officials from the ban.
In Rawalpindi
More than 3,500 police personnel have been deployed for the security of Chehlum processions in the city.
Beside the police, Rangers have also been deployed to avoid any untoward incident.
