JAMMU, June 26 (KNS): The Anjuman-e-Hussaini Bathindi, in collaboration with other central Jammu-based organizations, on Friday took out a solemn and peaceful procession to observe Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram, commemorating the supreme sacrifice of Imam Husayn ibn Ali and his companions at Karbala .
The procession, a poignant display of faith and solidarity, witnessed the participation of thousands of mourners who gathered to pay homage to the martyrs of Karbala. The day of Ashura holds profound significance in the Islamic calendar, serving as a timeless reminder of the struggle for justice, truth, and human dignity against tyranny .
For the Shia Muslim community, Ashura is a day of deep mourning, marking the martyrdom of Imam Husayn, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, who stood firm against oppression in the Battle of Karbala.
Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelSunni Muslims also observe the day, often with voluntary fasting, commemorating the salvation of Prophet Moses and the Israelites. The day universally underscores the virtues of patience, faith, and unwavering devotion to Allah .
The procession by Anjuman-e-Hussaini Bathindi proceeded through a designated route in the city, with authorities making necessary arrangements to ensure its peaceful conduct. The event reflected the spirit of communal amity, with participants from various backgrounds joining to recall the eternal message of resisting oppression and upholding righteousness, a legacy that continues to inspire millions worldwide . (KNS).