LAHORE: Shabe Qadr, the 27th night of the month of Ramazan, was observed with due solemnity and religious fervour in the city.
Hundreds of mosques in the city were filled for offering prayers. The khatibs in the sermons urged people to follow the true spirit of the holy month in their life and implement the rules and guidelines set forth by the Quran and Sunnah.
The khatibs called upon the people of Pakistan and other Muslim brethren all over the world to follow Islamic teachings and share the sufferings of their deprived fellows.
On the occasion, special prayers were offered for the progress and prosperity of the country, the unity of Muslims the world over and for their emancipation. Prayers were also offered to save the country from disaster.
Elaborate security arrangements were made by the local administration and the police during congregations and extra police forces were deployed at all important mosques.