Security plan finalised for Majalis, processions in Balochistan

A comprehensive security and coordination plan for Muharram-ul-Haram processions and gatherings has been finalized in Balochistan, following an agreement between authorities and religious scholars to maintain a peaceful atmosphere throughout the holy month. The plan was solidified during a law and order meeting in the provincial capital, attended by senior civil and military officials, police leadership, district administration, scholars from various Islamic schools of thought, and business community representatives.

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security would be ensured for all Imambargahs, mosques, processions, and gathering routes during the holy month.

Key attendees included religious scholars such as Allama Syed Hashim Moosavi, Anwarul Haq Haqqani, Qari Abdul Rahman Noorzai, Dr. Atta-ur-Rehman, and Mufti Mahmood Ahmed. Inspector General of Police, Balochistan, assured that security would be rigorously enforced for all Imambargahs, mosques, processions, and gathering routes. A detailed deployment strategy involving police and other law enforcement agencies across sensitive areas has been prepared.

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promote interfaith harmony, discourage sectarian hatred, and counter misinformation and rumours.

To bolster security, CCTV monitoring and live surveillance systems will be activated citywide, with aerial surveillance planned for major processions on the 9th and 10th of Muharram. Snipers will be positioned on rooftops along sensitive routes, and female police personnel will be assigned to manage women's gatherings and processions. Religious scholars emphasized the significance of the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain and his companions, pledging to promote interfaith harmony, discourage sectarian hatred, and combat misinformation.

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not to rely on unverified information and seek guidance from official sources.

Scholars urged the public to rely on official sources and avoid unverified information. A mutual agreement was reached for mosques, Imambargahs, and local communities to actively foster unity, peace, and religious tolerance. Organizers of Muharram processions committed to adhering to security Standard Operating Procedures and coordinating closely with law enforcement, scholars, and peace committees. The deputy commissioner's office will oversee gas supply coordination, while the health department will ensure emergency services, ambulance availability, and adequate medical supplies.

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highlight themes of national unity and brotherhood in their sermons and speeches, especially in Friday sermons.