Srinagar, June 26 -- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday joined mourners at Zadibal on the occasion of Youm-e-Ashura and distributed water and milk at a stall set up by the National Conference.

CM Omar was accompanied by his Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani and MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq.

The Chief Minister, interacted with mourners, volunteers and participated in the distribution of refreshments as part of the Ashura commemorations.

Thousands or mourners today gathered to observe Youm-e-Ashura, commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions in the Battle of Karbala.

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