Devotion marks processions

RAWALPINDI:

The 1500th Eid Miladun Nabi (pbuh) will be celebrated today (Saturday) with great religious zeal, devotion, and respect. In Rawalpindi, two central processions will be taken out, starting at 9am and continuing till late night, with recitation of naats and durood echoing along the routes.

Strict security and administrative measures have been finalized. Authorities have banned all unlawful practices during the processions, including display of weapons, political flags, slogans, loud music, heavy vehicles, donkey carts, and construction material along the routes. Parking has also been prohibited. Reception camps will only be allowed with official NOCs, while stalls serving milk, drinks, tea, and food will be set up.

All hospitals in the city have been placed on emergency alert, with doctors, nurses, and paramedics' leaves cancelled. A contingent of the 111 Brigade will remain on standby. Throughout the day, procession routes will be sprinkled with rosewater, and participants will also be showered with it.