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Business Recorder
19-07-2025
- Politics
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Muharram: Governor acknowledges performance of home dept
LAHORE: Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan said that the performance of the Home Department and law enforcement agencies during Muharram-ul-Haram was impressive. "There should be complete freedom for peaceful gatherings and celebrations like Milad within the four walls," he said, adding: "The KPK government should focus on the people of the province instead of protest politics." During a meeting with Secretary Home Punjab Ahmed Javed Qazi, who called on him here at the Governor House Lahore, the governor, while appreciating the performance of the Home Department and law enforcement agencies during Muharram-ul-Haram, said that it is the responsibility of law enforcement agencies to formulate such a policy so that gatherings like milads held within the four walls can be made peaceful. He said that those who spread religious sectarianism should be dealt with strictly. The governor said that people of every religion living in Pakistan have complete freedom to perform their religious rituals. He further said that in the situation of recent heavy rains across the country, Section 144 should be implemented in letter and spirit. He said that the people should protect themselves from flooded places, rivers and streams. The governor also expressed grief and sorrow over the loss of life and property during the rains. He further said that the KP government needs to focus on the people of the province instead of protest politics. Punjab Home Secretary Ahmed Javed Qazi said that the law enforcement agencies are always ready to protect the lives and property of the people of the province and deal with any kind of emergency. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Youm-e-Ashur: On CM's orders all ministers monitored processions
LAHORE: On directions of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif, all provincial ministers actively engaged in their relevant divisions to ensure continuous monitoring of Muharram-ul-Haram processions in the province. Administration, Police, Rescue and other institutions are in good sync and cooperation for the purpose. Members of peace committees are also present near most of the processions and gatherings to help facilitate necessary arrangements. Chief Minister said, 'For the first time in Muharram-ul-Haram, cyber patrolling is underway to prevent fake news, besides control rooms being operational 24/7 at provincial, divisional and district levels.' She added, 'Healthy food packets are provided to mourners in langar. Sherbet and lemon water dispensers are also available for mourners across Punjab. Cold water bottles are also arranged for Ashura procession participants.' She added, 'For the first time, a field hospital and clinic-on-wheels are available near processions and gatherings. Continuous surveillance is being carried out with Safe City cameras for security. Special arrangements for cleanliness under Suthra Punjab are made for the routes of processions and gatherings.' The Chief Minister said, 'In view of the heat and humidity, cold water is also being sprinkled on the routes of gatherings and processions. Dangled wires have been removed from the route of processions.' Moreover, mourners of Imam Hussain (AS) said, 'Record arrangements have been made for cleanliness on the procession routes in all divisions and districts of Punjab.' A female pilgrim said, 'For the first time, Bibi Pak Daman and inner city security, cleanliness and other excellent arrangements were made.' They added, 'Very good and prompt arrangements were made for the provision of medical aid by Rescue 1122, Clinics on Wheels, and field hospitals.' They observed, 'Safe City cameras and drones continue to monitor the processions. Cyber patrolling is also being done for the first time.' The Pilgrims were of the view that in addition to procession routes, excellent food arrangements were also made. They noted, 'Very good security arrangements are made, religious rituals are performed in a safe environment.' They said, 'For the first time, same standard of all arrangements including security and cleanliness was seen in the entire province including the south, central and north.' They added, 'This is the first time that arrangements like big and central cities are made in small cities Visitors are coming to see.' The Pilgrims expressed their appreciation for Chief Minister by saying, 'Well done Maryam Nawaz Sharif.' 'Please continue the good work,' a visitor requested Chief Minister. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Youm-e-Ashura marked with solemnity, reverence
LAHORE: Youm-e-Ashur, the 10th of Muharram-ul-Haram, was observed across the country on Sunday with solemnity and reverence in commemoration of the supreme sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his devoted companions in Karbala. The unmatched sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions conveyed a powerful message of protecting the true spirit of Islam. Mourning processions were taken out in all cities and towns of the country to remember this eternal martyrdom of the grandson of Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAW). Ulema and Zakireen highlighted the bright and candid teachings of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and various aspects of Karbala tragedy. Elaborate security arrangements had been made across the country to maintain law and order, and avoid any untoward incident during the mourning processions. In Lahore, the main Zuljinnah procession was taken out from Nisar Haveli inside Mochi Gate of old Lahore Walled City and after passing through traditional route culminated at Karbala Gamay Shah near Data Darbar Complex Sunday evening where Shaam-e-Ghareeban was held. Meanwhile, Inspector General of the Punjab Police, Dr Usman Anwar, told media that over one hundred thousand officers and jawans of Punjab Police are providing security cover to over five thousand four hundred mourning processions and 2,772 Majalis throughout the province. Punjab Secretary Home Dr Ahmad Javed Qazi visited the Central Control Room of the Home Department in Lahore. Provincial Minister for Information and Culture, Azma Zahid Bukhari, visited Faisalabad to inspect the arrangements made for the observance of Ashura. During her visit to various procession routes and Imambargahs, she lauded the efforts of the local administration and security forces in ensuring peaceful and organized Muharram-ul-Haram observances. Speaking to the media, she emphasized that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz had issued clear directives to make exemplary arrangements for Youm-e-Ashur. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Youm-e-Ashur observed with due solemnity
Youm-e-Ashur, the tenth of Muharram-ul-Haram, was observed on Sunday across the country with due solemnity and respect to pay homage to the supreme sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his devoted companions in Karbala, Radio Pakistan reported. The unmatched sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions conveyed a powerful message of protecting the true spirit of Islam. Mourning processions were taken out in all cities and towns of the country to remember this eternal martyrdom of the grandson of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (P.B.U.H). Ulema and Zakireen highlighted the bright and candid teachings of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and various aspects of Karbla tragedy. Elaborate security arrangements were made across the country to maintain law and order and avoid any untoward incident.
Business Recorder
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Youm-e-Ashur being observed with due solemnity
Youm-e-Ashur, the tenth of Muharram-ul-Haram, is being observed on Sunday across the country with due solemnity and respect to pay homage to the supreme sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his devoted companions in Karbala, Radio Pakistan reported. The unmatched sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions conveyed a powerful message of protecting the true spirit of Islam. Mourning processions are being taken out in all cities and towns of the country to remember this eternal martyrdom of the grandson of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (P.B.U.H). Ulema and Zakireen will highlight the bright and candid teachings of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and various aspects of Karbla tragedy. Elaborate security arrangements have been made across the country to maintain law and order and avoid any untoward incident during the mourning processions.
