The central procession of Ashura begins in Karachi under strong security

The central procession of Ashura in Karachi began in Nishtar Park on Sunday under strong security.

Strict security measures have been implemented throughout the city to guarantee the safety of the mourners participating in the event, said Express News.

The central procession of the Nishtar Park began after a main Majlis scheduled in the morning. After the Majlis, the procession will continue along its traditional route and will conclude in the Imambargah Iranian Hussainia in Kharadar.

The procession will travel from Nishtar Park to Kharadar, through key areas such as Ma Jinnah Road. According to the Traffic Police, all roads from Numaish to Kharadar have been closed, except Bab-E-Urdu Chowk.

To guarantee comprehensive security, a large police deployment and rangers have been made throughout Karachi.

A total of 20,350 officers and personnel will be for security. The procession route will be thoroughly verified with tracking dogs, and snipers will be placed on the roofs of high buildings along the route.

Mobile phone services will be partially suspended in areas surrounding the procession to maintain narrow surveillance and avoid any security threat.

In addition, a driving prohibition throughout the city has been applied as a precautionary measure to avoid adverse incidents.

A detailed traffic diversion plan for Muharram 8 to 10 has been implemented.

Traffic police officers have been deployed at all key intersections to maintain flow on alternative routes. The authorities said the objective was to maintain soft movement and guarantee public safety.

Citizens were urged to remain attentive and inform any suspicious activity to the police help line, Madadgar 15.