Srinagar, June 26 -- Thousands of Shia mourners on Friday participated in the traditional Youm-e-Ashura procession in Srinagar, commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain and his companions at Karbala.
The procession witnessed devotees carrying religious banners, raising religious slogans, and participating in mourning rituals as it passed through the old city amid elaborate security and administrative arrangements.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha joined the Zuljinah procession at Zadibal, where he paid tributes to Hazrat Imam Hussain and his companions, describing their supreme sacrifice for peace, justice, love and compassion as an eternal guide for humanity.
"Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) gave the timeless message of selfless service and ...