Prime Minister recalls sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain on day of Ashura

New Delhi, Aug 20 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has remembered the sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain on the day of Ashura and recalled his courage as well as commitment to justice.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said “We remember the sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain and recall his courage as well as commitment to justice. He devoted great importance to peace and social equality.”
Hazrat Imam was the son of Hazrat Ali and the grandson of Prophet Muhammad. It signifies an expression of sorrow over the martyrdom of Imam Hussain at the Battle of Karbala that took place over 14 centuries ago.