Karachi’s 1st silent mourning procession ends peacefully

A gathering was held at Nishtar Park before the procession began, where Allama Baqir Hussain Zaidi addressed the participants.

KARACHI: The first silent mourning procession in Karachi concluded at Hussainiya Iranian Kharadar after passing through its traditional route from Nishtar Park, with authorities enforcing strict security measures throughout the event.

A gathering was held at Nishtar Park before the procession began, where Allama Baqir Hussain Zaidi addressed the participants.

Police and Rangers personnel were deployed along the procession route, while several roads in the surrounding areas were temporarily closed to general traffic as part of the security arrangements. The affected roads were reopened after the procession passed through the areas.

Traffic police also remained on duty to manage congestion and guide motorists toward alternative routes.

Meanwhile, the second silent mourning procession is scheduled to begin from Rizvia Society in the afternoon and will conclude at Shah Najaf Imambargah on Martin Road.