Ashura Muharam to be observed with religious devotion, respect Today

GILGIT, Aug 08 (NNI): Like rest of the world, Ashura Muharam will be observed in Gilgit Baltistan with religious devotion and respect on Tuesday. According to official sources, in 9 districts of Gilgit-Baltistan, there will be processions of ‘Alam’ and ‘Zul-Janah’ at more than 30 places. Strictest security measures have been taken to deal with any untoward incident on this special occasion. For this purpose, special troops of Gilgit-Baltistan Police, Gilgit-Baltistan Scouts and Pakistan Rangers will be deployed. In addition special troops of Pakistan Army will coordinate with GB Police, GB Scouts and Pak Ranger.