Delhi traffic police have heightened security measures in Delhi ahead of Muharram processions on Wednesday

Elaborate arrangements are in place to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the processions across the national capital, officials said

As per the advisory issued by the Delhi traffic police, major routes and areas affected include Jama Masjid, Chawri Bazar, Okhla, Kamra Bangash, Mehrauli, Old Police Chowki, and Nizamuddin

The movement of city buses has been restricted and regulated on certain routes from Wednesday afternoon until night

Earlier this year, the All India Shia Personal Law Board had requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure adequate security arrangements for the Muharram processions

The board urged the Prime Minister to ensure security on the routes determined by the state governments so that unruly elements cannot disturb the law and order

Similarly, Mumbai Traffic Police also issued new traffic restrictions for July 17 in view of Muharram