Muharram Procession Allowed In Srinagar After 3 Decades

SRINAGAR, (IANS) – The J&K administration addressed the demand of Shia community by allowing the 8th Muharram procession on the traditional route from Guru Bazar to Dalgate in Srinagar after three decades.

“While taking the religious sentiments of Shia brethren into the consideration, the administration decided to allow the procession tomorrow (Thursday),” Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri said.

“I congratulate Shia brethren and Kashmiri public who are known for their affection,” he said, adding that it is due to their contribution to the present peaceful environment which made it convenient for the administration to take this historic decision.

The administration, after several rounds of talks with Shia Muslim community representatives of all groups and the local committee of Gurubazar, has got assurances from all stakeholders that the sacred religious event would be conducted and culminated peacefully.