The government is likely to notify two holidays on July 28 and 29 (Friday and Saturday) on the occasion of the 9th and 10th of Muharram, as the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announced that the crescent for Muharram was not sighted yesterday. As a result, Youm-e-Ashur, the 10th of Muharram, will be observed on Saturday, July 29 across the country.
Muharram holds deep historical and religious significance for Muslims worldwide. It marks the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and the Hijri year 1445 will commence on this day.
This period carries a sense of solemnity as Muslims remember the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (RA), the beloved grandson of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), at the Battle of Karbala.
Strict security arrangement has been made for the Muharram processions across the country. All the four provincial government has requested to shut the cellular services to avoid any untoward situation.
The provinces have written letter to the federal government for closing the mobile service during Ashura.
