Adequate arrangements in place for Mehraj-un-Nabi (SAW): Darakshan Andrabi

Srinagar, Jan 17: Chairperson of the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Dr Darakshan Andrabi Friday said that all necessary arrangements have been made for the smooth and grand observance of Mehraj-un-Nabi (SAW) across the Valley on January 26.
Speaking to Rising Kashmir, Dr. Andrabi said that the Waqf Board has meticulously planned for the auspicious occasion of Mehraj-e-Alam (SAW).
Arrangements include proper sanitation, adequate water supply, illumination of shrines, and crowd management at major places of worship, particularly at Hazratbal Shrine in Srinagar, where large gathering is expected. “All departments have been directed to maintain close coordination to facilitate devotees,” she said.
Dr. Andrabi urged devotees to participate in the celebrations with devotion and discipline. “Mehraj-un-Nabi is a sacred occasion that highlights the spiritual journey of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) to the skies. We aim to ensure that devotees can observe this day peacefully and with dignity,” she said.
Special prayers, Quranic recitations, and religious discourses are scheduled at major shrines and mosques. The administration has also ensured traffic management and security measures to facilitate smooth movement for devotees. Dr. Andrabi said similar arrangements have been put in place all shrines that house the holy relic of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). She said that tent and heating facilities have been made available at Hazratbal in view of cold conditions. At the Hazratbal shrine, the holy relic of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) will be displayed after every prayer for the devotees.