Srinagar, June 26: On the solemn occasion of Youm-e-Ashoora, the 10th day of Muharram, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday joined the Zuljinah procession at Zadibal in Srinagar.

“I pay humble tributes to Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions. Their supreme sacrifice for peace, love, and compassion remains an eternal guide to building a society rooted in equality and harmony,” he said.
“Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) gave the timeless message of selfless service and compassion for the underprivileged. The society must draw inspiration from his noble life and virtues, walking the righteous path of truth, justice, and humanity,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
He also served refreshments among the mourners.
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also joined mourners at Zadibal on the occasion of Youm-e- Ashoora and distributed water and milk at a sabeel set up along the procession route as a mark of respect and solidarity with the mourners.
The CM was accompanied by his Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani and MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq.
During his visit, Omar interacted with mourners and volunteers engaged in facilitating the observance of Youm-e- Ashoora .
He also participated in the distribution of refreshments at the sabeel, appreciating the spirit of service and devotion displayed by volunteers.
Zadibal, one of the principal centres of Muharram observances in Srinagar, witnessed large gatherings of mourners participating in the traditional Ashoora procession amid elaborate arrangements made by the administration to ensure its smooth and peaceful conduct.
The CM also visited the shrine of Mir Shamsu-din Araqi (RA) at Zadibal, where he offered Fatihah and prayed for peace, harmony and the well-being of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.