Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has lauded the efforts of provincial and regional leadership for ensuring a peaceful and secure observance of Ashura across Pakistan. In a meeting with Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi, the prime minister expressed his appreciation for the coordinated efforts that led to a safe environment during the significant religious occasion.
Shehbaz Sharif specifically acknowledged the contributions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, AJK Prime Minister Chaudhry Anwar-ul-Haq, and Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Minister Gulbar Khan for maintaining law and order in their respective regions.
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He also extended his gratitude to the police, Rangers, security agencies, and provincial teams whose dedication and planning played a vital role in the smooth conduct of mourning processions. According to Interior Minister Naqvi, special measures were taken nationwide to ensure public safety and facilitate mourners throughout the Ashura events.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also praised Mohsin Naqvi’s leadership, highlighting the Interior Ministry’s effective coordination with local governments and law enforcement agencies. He stated that the unity and cooperation displayed during Ashura reflected the nation’s collective commitment to religious harmony and public safety.
Youm-e-Ashur, observed on Sunday, marked the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain Razi Allah ho Ta’ala Anho and his companions in Karbala. Across the country, mourning processions and religious gatherings paid tribute to their enduring legacy and unwavering stand for truth and justice.
