Today, on July 17, 2024, Muslims around the world are marking Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, with solemnity and reflection. This day holds profound significance, especially in remembering the tragic events of the Battle of Karbala.
In observance of Muharram, several states across India have declared holidays. The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will remain closed, along with banks in states including New Delhi, Patna, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Rajasthan, Jammu, Tripura, Mizoram, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Meghalaya.
Schools in Maharashtra, Delhi, Karnataka, Goa, and Gujarat will also be closed today. Students are advised to confirm the holiday status with their respective schools.
However, all offices, restaurants, bars, and other establishments will operate as usual. Employees are encouraged to check with their employers regarding work arrangements for the day.
In light of the Tazia processions scheduled in Delhi, the Delhi Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory. The processions, set to occur across various parts of the city, will lead to traffic disruptions on several key routes from 12:00 noon to 9:30 pm.
Affected areas include Mathura Road, Ma Anandmayee Marg, Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, Road No. 56 near Anand Vihar terminal, Pankha Road, Najafgarh Road from Zakhira to Kishanganj, Jama Masjid Road, Chawri Bazar Road, Ajmeri Gate Road, Asaf Ali Road, Panchkuian Road, the Outer Circle of Connaught Place, Rafi Marg, Krishna Menon Marg, Aurobindo Marg, Motilal Nehru Marg, Barakhamba Road, Janpath, Sansad Marg, Tughlak Road, Ashoka Road, K G Marg, Lodhi Road, and Jor Bagh Road.
Motorists are advised to plan their travel accordingly and consider alternative routes to avoid inconvenience during the procession period.
