Karachi: Today, Karachi prepares for the main Muharram procession starting at Nishtar Park at 1:30 pm. Before that, a gathering will take place at noon. Security is strict with 4,200 police and Rangers. Shops along the route are closed, and snipers are on tall buildings. Mobile phones won’t work along the route, and two people on one motorbike are not allowed.
Lahore: Lahore is securing 378 gatherings and 79 processions with over 11,000 officers. Special units like the Dolphin Squad and Elite Force are on patrol. Metal detectors and gates are in use to keep everyone safe, including women.
Peshawar: Peshawar has over 14,000 security staff for two big processions starting in the morning and afternoon. Roads are closed, and mobile service is off in some areas. Police are at the city gates, and cameras watch everything.
Sindh: In Dadu, Sindh, 62 gatherings and 55 processions will be protected closely. Police are ready for any situation to keep everyone safe.
Today, these cities are watching carefully to make sure Muharram events happen peacefully.
