Pakistan's Sindh province closes schools on Aug 26 for Chehlum, honoring Imam Hussain's martyrdom.

Sindh's provincial government in Pakistan announced the closure of all public and private schools on August 26 in observance of Chehlum, honoring the end of a 40-day mourning period after Imam Hussain's (RA) martyrdom in the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. High security and processions with Alam, Tazia, and Zuljinah will mark the occasion across the province.

August 23, 2024
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