Farooq Abdullah showed solidarity with Palestine and Iran during a Muharram procession in Srinagar, advocating for Muslim unity against tyranny. Simultaneously, L-G Manoj Sinha participated in a separate procession, emphasizing peace and selfless service. Shia leader Aga Syed Mohammad Hadi cautioned against arrests of Muharram participants, following reports of police action against provocative displays and violation of procession conditions.
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