KUWAIT CITY, July 9: In preparation for Ashura, approximately 5,000 soldiers have been deployed to secure and cover 110 Husseiniyas across the country, reports Al-Rai daily. The Husseiniya councils commenced on Sunday evening, marking the start of the Ashura nights. Citizens and residents gathered for the religious rituals conducted with notable safety, reassurance, and organization. Security Measures and Observations Al-Rai reported on the start of Ashura nights, noting the significant presence of security officers and personnel from the Ministry of Interior, including female police officers.

These forces are responsible for protecting the sites and managing traffic, as per a pre-arranged plan with the owners of the Hussainiyas. The cooperation was highlighted by the distribution of patrols at the entrances and exits of the Hussainiya parking lots and the deployment of security personnel around the sites. Volunteers at the Husseiniya councils assisted in searching for attendees.

Security Coordination
Security sources revealed that the security personnel have a detailed schedule of all the Hussainiyas, including their numbers and the timings of rituals. Security personnel arrive an hour before the events to secure and sweep the sites, then distribute themselves around the area until all attendees have left. They provide high-security efficiency, remove obstacles, and offer all necessary security support. These efforts are directed by the First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahd Al-Yousef, and the Undersecretary of the Ministry, Lieutenant General Sheikh Salem Al-Nawaf.

Location Coverage
The country has 110 Hussainiyas, primarily located in the governorates of the capital, Hawalli, and Mubarak Al-Kabeer, followed by Ahmadi and Jahra. The police force is on high alert, with all members of the Interior Ministry from various sectors deployed throughout Muharram. About 5,000 soldiers from different ministry sectors have been tasked with ensuring the safety and comfort of citizens and residents during their religious observances.

Security Sectors
Involved Key security sectors participating include traffic, rescue, public security, criminal investigations, and special forces. An operations room at the ministry building, staffed by representatives from all relevant security and governmental sectors, operates during the Hussainiyas’ working hours, issuing orders and assessing the security situation, especially at high-density locations.

Community Cooperation
The sources praised the cooperation of the Hussainiyas’ owners and attendees, who adhered to the security plan from prior meetings, greatly contributing to the successful conduct of the rituals.

Public Sentiment
Several citizens expressed their appreciation for the security personnel’s efforts to ensure their safety, allowing them to practice their rituals comfortably. They noted that the first day of Ashura proceeded without issues, with security personnel providing extensive support despite the hot weather. The citizens highlighted their pride in the vigilant security forces, especially in aiding the elderly and people with special needs

Fire Safety Measures
Firefighting personnel were also present at the sites to ensure safety requirements, checking entrances, exits, and cooking equipment within the Hussainiyas. The owners cooperated by removing potential fire hazards. Firefighting teams are stationed at 14 high-density locations, equipped with necessary gear for any emergencies.

Fire Safety Measures
Firefighting personnel were also present at the sites to ensure safety requirements, checking entrances, exits, and cooking equipment within the Hussainiyas. The owners cooperated by removing potential fire hazards. Firefighting teams are stationed at 14 high-density locations, equipped with necessary gear for any emergencies.