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IN PHOTOS: Muslims across India observe Ashura, the tenth day of Muharram 2026

Updated On: 26 June, 2026 02:07 PM IST | Haren Sharma

The tenth day of Muharram, known as Ashura, holds deep religious significance for Muslims. For Shia Muslims, it is a day of mourning commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain at Karbala, while many Sunni Muslims observe the day by fasting

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In India, the Muslim community, along with people of different religions, participate in large processions and tazias. Photo Courtesy: PTI
In India, the Muslim community, along with people of different religions, participate in large processions and tazias. Photo Courtesy: PTI
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People take part in a procession to mark the festival of Ashura, on the tenth day of Muharram, in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka

People take part in a procession to mark the festival of Ashura, on the tenth day of Muharram, in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka

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People participate in a procession on the occasion of Muharram, in Kolkata, West Bengal

People participate in a procession on the occasion of Muharram, in Kolkata, West Bengal

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People take part in a procession to mark the festival of Ashura, on the tenth day of Muharram, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh

People take part in a procession to mark the festival of Ashura, on the tenth day of Muharram, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh

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People take part in a procession to mark the festival of Ashura, on the tenth day of Muharram, in Patna, Bihar

People take part in a procession to mark the festival of Ashura, on the tenth day of Muharram, in Patna, Bihar

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People take part in a 'Tazia' procession on the occasion of Muharram, at Kadegaon village, in Sangli, Maharashtra

People take part in a 'Tazia' procession on the occasion of Muharram, at Kadegaon village, in Sangli, Maharashtra

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People accompany the symbolic Duldul horse during a procession on the occasion of Muharram, in Kolkata, West Bengal.

People accompany the symbolic Duldul horse during a procession on the occasion of Muharram, in Kolkata, West Bengal.

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