Thousands join 9th Muharram processions as security tightened nationwide
Key takeaways
- Make us preferred on Google The 8th Muharram procession passes through MA Jinnah road in Karachi on June 24, 2026.
- Security arrangements have been put in place along procession routes, while sabeels have been established in various cities.
- In Lahore, the central Zuljanah procession of 9th Muharram commenced from Islampura, while another major procession departed from Pando Street and will culminate at Khaima-e-Sadaat.
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Home latest pakistan world sports showbiz entertainment Royal business health Sci-Tech Food Fact Check big picture Videos shows Watch LIVE TV X Home Latest Pakistan World Sports Showbiz Fact Check big picture Videos Shows LIVE TV Pakistan Thousands join 9th Muharram processions as security tightened nationwide Authorities deploy extensive security arrangements for mourning gatherings By Web Desk | Published June 25, 2026
Make us preferred on Google The 8th Muharram procession passes through MA Jinnah road in Karachi on June 24, 2026. — OnlineKarachi procession to begin from Nishtar Park.Punjab deploys over 70,000 security personnel.Balochistan stations more than 32,000 officers.Ninth Muharram processions are being taken out across Pakistan today, with authorities implementing extensive security measures and deploying thousands of personnel to ensure the peaceful observance of mourning events.
Security arrangements have been put in place along procession routes, while sabeels have been established in various cities. Processions are being held in major urban centres — including Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta, Multan, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Jhang, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Haripur and Hangu.