Muharram being observed in several parts of the country

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New Delhi/ 12 October 2016. Ashoora-e-Muharram is being observed in several parts of the country on Wednesday.

The day marks the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Mohammed and his companions, who laid down their lives for upholding truth, righteousness and justice in Karbala.

Mu?arram is the first month of the Islamic calendar. It is one of the four sacred months of the year. 

Since the Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, Muharram moves from year to year when compared with the Gregorian calendar.

Tazia processions are being taken out to mark the occasion. Majaalis or religious meetings highlighting the supreme sacrifice of Karbala Martyrs are also being organised.