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IN PHOTOS: Mumbai Shia Muslims observe Muharram
Updated On: 17 July, 2024 10:19 PM IST | Jasmeen Shaikh
Shia Muslims held `Ashura’ procession in Mumbai on the occassion of Muharam on wednesday. Pics/ Ashish Raje
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Shia Muslims held `Ashura’ procession in Mumbai on the occassion of Muharam on wednesday. Pics/ Ashish Raje
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Ashura observed on the 10th day of Muharram, marks a significant mourning period for Muslims, particularly within the Shia community
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The day commemorates the martyrdom of Prophet Muhammad’s grandson, Imam Hussein, who was killed in the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE
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The period holds deep historical and religious significance as it symbolises the struggle against tyranny and injustice
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Shiite Muslims take part in `tatbir,` a form of self flagelaltion, to mark Ashura on the tenth day of the Islamic month of Muharram
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Tazia processions were also organised across the city today
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In view of the processions, Mumbai Traffic Police had issued a traffic advisory for areas of Sion, Mahim and Bandra, closing various routes for entry
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Vehicles are being divereted to alternate routes from 3pm today till midnight
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