{
  "id": 132254,
  "title": "Main Chehlum procession underway in Karachi amid heavy security",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/main-chehlum-procession-underway-in-karachi-amid-heavy-security",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-04T13:07:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Dawn",
    "slug": "dawn",
    "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2020561/main-chehlum-procession-underway-in-karachi-amid-heavy-security"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mourning processions, known as Chehlum, began in Karachi on Tuesday with heavy security measures in place following their departure from Nishtar Park at 1pm, according to police reports. Chehlum, also called Arbaeen, commemorates the 40th day of mourning for Imam Husain (AS), the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and is observed by Shia Muslims nationwide. The main procession's front reached Eidgah Chowk at 4:50pm, while the rear was at Britto Road, heading towards Hussainia Iranian Imambargah. On the same day, police announced that MA Jinnah Road would be closed between Guru Mandir and Tower, redirecting traffic through alternate routes for commuters in South, Central, and East districts. Commuters from Nazimabad, Liaquatabad, Hassan Square, PP Chowrangi, Central Jail Gate, and Karachi South were advised to take specific routes to avoid the closed MA Jinnah Road. Police also deployed 7,465 officers and personnel to secure 108 processions, 2,901 majalis, and 642 imambargahs, ensuring a strong presence at sensitive locations and public areas.",
  "summary": "Mourning processions to mark Chehlum are under way in Karachi on Tuesday amid heavy security after departing Nishtar Park at 1pm, according to the police. Chehlum, also known as Arbaeen (40 in Arabic), marks the 40th day of mourning for the martyrdom of Imam Husain (AS), the grandson of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). It is marked by processions by Shia Muslims across the country. In another…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}