Commemorating the martyrdom of Hazrat Ali (AS), the main procession of Lahore city has been taken from the residence of Syed Nair Hussain Zaidi , reported the 24NewsHD TV channel.
Speakers paid glowing tribute to Hazrat Ali (RA) and highlighted various aspects of his life. Various organizations set up stalls of water and milk, juices, and food for participants of the procession.
The procession will conclude at Imambargahs Col Maqbool at Sahar time after passing through Mohanpura, Novelty Cinema Chowk, Kashmiri Bazaar, Fawara Chowk, Iqbal Road, and Bohar Bazaar Chowk.
On the directions of DIG Operations, the Lahore police made foolproof security arrangements on the occasion. About 2,500 officials of the Lahore police are performing security duties.
All the shops and markets along the route of the procession were closed immediately after Iftar.
Apart from the main procession, 44 smaller processions were taken out and around 97 Majalis were held in the city.
Muslims around the world commemorate the martyrdom of Hazrat Ali (AS) every year with religious devotion.