Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that Muharram was held peacefully, with dignity and in an organised manner across the province for the second consecutive year.
In a message posted on X, the chief minister expressed gratitude and congratulated the entire Punjab team on the peaceful conduct of Muharram processions and majalis.
She praised provincial ministers, MPAs, district administrations across Punjab, Punjab Police, law enforcement agencies, Rescue 1122, Suthra Punjab teams, the Health Department and the Local Government Department for working tirelessly round the clock to ensure effective arrangements.
CM Punjab said the measures taken to provide relief to mourners during the intense heat were exemplary. She noted that teams set up cold water stalls across the province, sprinkled rose water along procession routes, and used smog guns to spray water, providing significant relief from the scorching weather.
She said Suthra Punjab teams had ensured exemplary cleanliness arrangements along the routes of majalis and processions, setting a new benchmark for sanitation and public service.
The chief minister said the coordination and teamwork displayed by all departments was a matter of pride.
Despite the sweltering heat during the sacred days of Muharram, Punjab Police personnel remained deployed on the streets, she said, adding that the police, including traffic personnel, performed their duties with dedication and ensured complete security for mourners without regard for the harsh weather conditions.
CM Punjab said Ashura passed peacefully and safely due to the professionalism, commitment and day-and-night efforts of police officers and personnel.
She also paid tribute to all officials who prioritised public service in the extreme weather, saying, “You are our pride. Keep up the excellent work.”
Punjab provides veterinary care for Zuljanah processions during Muharram
The Punjab Livestock Department made special arrangements during the 9th and 10th of Muharram to safeguard the health of the sacred Zuljanah representations across the province.
In line with the vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the department provided veterinary services throughout the Muharram processions. It examined and treated total of 249 Zuljanah representations across the province.
The department deployed 135 mobile veterinary dispensaries and 794 officers and staff members alongside processions to ensure the timely provision of veterinary care.
In Lahore Division alone, 92 mobile veterinary dispensaries, 519 officers and staff, and veterinary specialists examined 197 Zuljanah representations and provided treatment and medicines on the spot.
