Budgam, June 26 -- A Muharram procession was taken out in Budgam on Friday on the occasion of Ashura, the tenth day of the Islamic month, amid tight security arrangements.

Officials said that the procession is being conducted peacefully with full administrative and security arrangements in place across the district, where several processions are taking place.

Budgam Deputy Commissioner Athar Aamir Khan said that coordination has been done with local stakeholders, and all departments are on the ground to ensure smooth conduct of the events.

Speaking to ANI, DC Khan said, "Everything is proceeding peacefully. All necessary administrative and security arrangements have been put in place. The SP is also here. Since a significant number of ...