ISLAMABAD: Strict security arrangements were made on Monday around Imambargahs and routes of mourning processions and other sensitive places across the country for Youm-i-Ashur on Tuesday.

The day is observed with reverence and religious fervour to pay homage to Hazrat Imam Hussain and his companions for the supreme sacrifices rendered by them for the cause of truth, justice and righteousness.

Tazia, Alam and Zuljinah processions will be taken out in all cities and towns that will pass through designated routes.

Police pickets have been established on entry and exit points of Islamabad and other main cities in the country where every vehicle is being checked.

Hospitals have been asked to remain alert to deal with any emergency situation.

Police personnel and Rangers have been deployed on the routes of processions in various cities and towns of Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. All roads leading to Imambargahs have been sealed.—APP