Martyrdom anniversary of Hazrat Ali (RA) observed

KARACHI - The Martyrdom anniversary of Hazrat Ali (RA) was observed here on Monday in the metropolis with religious fervour and sanctity.

Central procession of Youm-e-Ali (RA) peacefully concluded at Imambrgah Hussinian Iranian, Kharadar, amid tight security measures.

Several small processions, taken out from different parts of the city, had gathered at Nishtar Park to become part of the central procession while noted cleric Maulana Ali Murtaza Zaidi in his address highlighted various noble aspects of the life of Hazrat Ali (RA).

He said that Hazrat Ali (RA) was brought up under the shadow of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) that was why Maula-e-Kainaat Ali Al-Murtaza (RA) is considered the treasure of knowledge and the symbol of tolerance, bravery, generosity and eloquence even today.

He played exemplary role in serving Islam and confronted the enemies of religion and Shariah while shattering the foundations of oppression, brutality and suppression till his martyrdom, he added.