As part of heightened security arrangements for Ashura, the Punjab Mass Transit Authority (PMTA) has announced the temporary suspension of public transport services in major cities across the province. The move aims to facilitate mourning processions, religious gatherings, and traffic management during the observance of 9th and 10th Muharram.
According to a PMTA spokesperson, Metro Bus, Electric Bus, and Speedo Bus services will remain suspended for two days in Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi.
Officials said that the decision was taken to support security arrangements for mourning processions and religious gatherings being held across the province.
In Lahore, a major mourning procession is scheduled to commence from Mori Gate, further necessitating enhanced security and traffic control measures.
Authorities stressed that the temporary suspension of public transport services is part of broader efforts to ensure public safety and facilitate the smooth conduct of religious observances during Ashura.
