Islamabad: Youm-e-Ashur, the 10th of Muharram-ul-Haram, was observed across the country on Sunday with due solemnity and deep reverence to commemorate the supreme sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Imam Hussain (Razi Allah Ta’ala Anho) and his devoted companions in Karbala.

According to Radio Pakistan, the unmatched sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain Razi Allah ho Ta’ala Anho and his companions conveyed a powerful message of protecting the true spirit of Islam. Mourning processions were taken out in all cities and towns of the country to remember this eternal martyrdom of the grandson of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad Rasool Allah Khatam-un-Nabiyeen Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam.

Ulema and Zakireen highlighted the bright and candid teachings of Hazrat Imam Hussain Razi Allah ho Ta’ala Anho and various aspects of the Karbala tragedy. Elaborate security arrangements had been made across the country to maintain law and order, and avoid any untoward incident during the mourning processions.