GK Top NewsLatest NewsWorldKashmirBusinessEducationSportsPhotosVideosToday's Paper

In Pictures: Thousands participate in 8th Muharram procession in Srinagar

Thousands of mourners participated in the early morning procession, held under tight security and with the support of community volunteers
10:31 AM Jul 04, 2025 IST | GK Photo Desk
Thousands of mourners participated in the early morning procession, held under tight security and with the support of community volunteers

Srinagar, July 04: The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday permitted the 8th Muharram procession for the third year in a row to take place along its traditional route—from Guru Bazar to Dalgate. Thousands of mourners participated in the early morning procession, held under tight security and with the support of community volunteers.

8th Muharram procession through Lal chowk (Photo: Mubashir Khan/GK)

The procession began at 5:00 AM, moving through Budshah Kadal and Maulana Azad Road before concluding at Dalgate.

Advertisement

8th Muharram procession through Lal chowk (Photo: Mubashir Khan/GK)

The Srinagar Traffic Police issued an advance advisory, notifying the public that vehicular movement along the Guru Bazar to Dalgate route would be restricted from the early morning hours.

8th Muharram procession through Lal chowk (Photo: Mubashir Khan/GK)

To manage the flow, traffic was diverted through alternative routes, including Residency Road, Hari Singh High Street, Jehangir Chowk, and other internal roads. Designated parking areas were arranged at Gindun Park and SP College to accommodate commuters.

Advertisement

8th Muharram procession through Lal chowk (Photo: Mubashir Khan/GK)
8th Muharram procession through Lal chowk (Photo: Mubashir Khan/GK)
8th Muharram procession through Lal chowk (Photo: Mubashir Khan/GK)
Advertisement