Ashura processions in major cities of country conclude peacefully

Yaum-i-Ashura processions in major cities across the country safely concluded on Sunday evening amid tightened security.

Yaum-i-Ashura is observed every year on Muharram 10 with solemnity to pay homage to Imam Husain — the grandson of Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) — and other martyrs of Karbala.

So far, processions in Karachi, Hyderabad and Punjab have culminated, according to statements from senior officials.

The Ashura procession in Karachi safely culminated at Hussainiya Iraniyan Imam Bargah...