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Public holiday announced in Lahore tomorrow

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LAHORE – The district administration in Lahore has declared a local holiday on Saturday, March 2, in honor of the annual Urs of Hazrat Madhu Lal Hussain.

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The annual Urs, also known as Mela Charaghan, of the revered Sufi poet Madhu Lal Hussain is set to commence tomorrow in the capital city of Punjab. The three-day celebration will kick off with Chadarposhi at the shrine.

Madhu Lal Hussain, renowned for his Kafis, a poetic form, passed away near the Ravi River in 1591 and was laid to rest in Baghbanpura, Lahore. His profound bond with a Hindu Brahman boy named Madhu is a historic tale, with both individuals now being revered as one under the name Madhu Lal Hussain.

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Madhu, buried alongside Lal Hussain in his shrine, is particularly known for his famous Allao of fire, serving as the central attraction for devotees and followers.

In anticipation of the Urs, heightened security measures have been put in place across Lahore to ensure the safety of attendees and to prevent any untoward incidents.

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