Several religious processions will be taken out on the 9th of Muharram-ul-Haram, Thursday, in different parts of the city to commemorate the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS), his family, and companions.
The main procession will be taken out from Markazi Imambargah, Sector G-6/2, and will culminate at the same location after passing through its pre-approved route.
The route includes Luqman Hakeem Road, G-6 Service Road, Saddar Road, Streets 33 and 40 in G-6/1, Municipal Road, Melody Chowk, Shuhada Chowk, Aabpara Police Station, Polyclinic, and then back to Luqman Hakeem Road.
Thousands of mourners and devotees are likely to participate in the procession in memory of the supreme sacrifice made by Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) and his family for Islam.
Police have already made extensive security arrangements, cordoning off the entire procession route. Sector G-6 is under complete lockdown, with major roads blocked using containers and many streets sealed with concrete blocks and barbed wire.
Maghrib prayers would be offered by devotees, after which the procession would move towards Melody Chowk and then return to Markazi Imambargah. During the procession, mourners will recite nohas and marsiyas.
The second major procession of the 9th and 10th Muharram-ul-Haram will be taken out from Imambargah Imam Moosa Kazim in Sector I-10 and will follow its traditional route.
A large number of security personnel from Islamabad Police and Rangers will provide security for the processions and religious gatherings across the city. The Capital Development Authority, Rescue 1122, hospitals, and the Civil Defence Department remain on alert to handle any untoward situation.
Security cameras, walk-through gates, and metal detectors will be used at the entry and exit points of processions and gatherings to ensure safety.
The Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has devised a traffic plan for processions in the federal capital to ensure smooth traffic flow. Over 2,000 police officers have been deployed during the procession, assisted by Pakistan Rangers personnel.
ITP unveils special traffic plan for Islamabad’s Muharram procession
Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) on Wednesday announced a comprehensive traffic management plan for the 8th Muharram procession in Sector G-6, urging commuters to use alternative routes to avoid disruptions.
According to traffic officials, the procession will begin at 1:00 p.m. from House No. 443-A, Street 71, Sector G-6/1. The route will pass through the G-6/1-2 bus stop and Masjid Darussalam before concluding at an Imambargah in Sector G-6/2.
To ensure the smooth movement of mourners and maintain traffic flow in surrounding areas, special arrangements have been put in place. Traffic diversions will remain in effect at key points, including the CDA Hospital side, Melody Chowk side, and Iqbal Hall side during the procession.
Motorists have been advised to use Municipal Road and 7th Avenue as alternative routes to minimise travel delays. Residents of Sectors G-6/1 and G-6/2 can access the area through Service Road, Ambassador Hotel Road, and Suhrawardy Road.
The traffic police have appealed to the public to cooperate with on-duty personnel and follow designated diversions. Participants in the procession have also been instructed to park their vehicles and motorcycles only in authorised parking areas.
Citizens can stay informed about traffic conditions and travel advisories through Islamabad Traffic Police’s social media channels and FM 92.4.
Mobile jammers and armoured personnel carriers are also present to assist law enforcement agencies throughout the procession. The procession route has been cordoned off with tents, and participants are being allowed entry only after thorough checking.
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