Muharram 9th is being observed today across Pakistan, with processions taking place in various cities.
In this regard, a large number of police officers have been deployed, and traffic plans have been issued. Traffic police officials will remain on duty to guide the public regarding alternative routes on Muharram 9th.
Security measures for Muharram 9th in Punjab
In Punjab, more than 38,000 Majalis and 9,200 mourning processions are expected. To ensure the safety of these religious gatherings, over 232,000 police officers and personnel are deployed, assisted by 38,000 volunteers working alongside security forces.
Additionally, special water stalls have been set up across Punjab for the comfort of mourners, and water spraying along procession routes is being carried out to reduce the effects of the summer heat.
In Islamabad, police have identified 13 points as potential trouble spots, banned the entry of 17 “firebrand” ulema, and intensified intelligence operations.
The Punjab government has imposed restrictions under Section 144 across the province until Sunday, while the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa administration has enforced similar restrictions only in sensitive districts.
Security measures for Muharram 9th in Karachi
Authorities in Karachi have barricaded key sections of the city’s main Muharram procession route and tightened security across sensitive areas.
The Karachi Traffic Police have also issued a detailed traffic diversion plan for these three days.
Over 20,000 officers and personnel have been deployed until Ashura in the city.
Security measures for Muharram 9th in Balochistan
The province’s governor Jaffar Khan Mandokhail has ordered district administrations to take strict security measures during Muharram and ensure the safety of majalis and processions.
He said, “Heightened security should be ensured in and around worship places, Imambargahs and mourning processions, particularly in the provincial capital.”
Holiday for Muharram 9th, 10th
The government has officially declared July 5th and 6th (Saturday and Sunday) as public holidays on account of Ashura, applicable to both five-day and six-day workweeks.
In June, the federal interior ministry announced the deployment of the Pakistan Army and civil armed forces across all provinces during the month of Muharram 2025.
