The third Urs of the late Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) leader Khadim Hussain Rizvi is underway in Lahore, drawing thousands of his followers to Madrassa Rahmatullil Alameen and surrounding areas. Amidst the massive gathering, social media rumors about a public holiday in Lahore on November 21 spread like wildfire, creating confusion among the public.
Several social media posts, including alleged TV screengrabs, claimed that the Punjab government had announced a holiday for Rizvi’s death anniversary. However, these claims quickly debunked by the provincial government, which labeled the reports as fake news. Officials clarified that no public holiday declared, urging citizens to rely on verified sources for updates.
As the Urs continues, Lahore Traffic Police has issued a detailed traffic management plan to ensure smooth flow around the event area. Major diversions are in place at key locations, and some roads have completely closed for traffic.
Khadim Hussain Rizvi Urs: Lahore Traffic Plan Highlights
| Area/Chowk | Status |
|---|---|
| Samanabad Chowk → Yateem Khana | Closed |
| Shah Fareed Chowk → Sabza Zar | Closed |
| City Adda → Yateem Khana | Closed |
| Bijli Ghar Chowk → Yateem Khana | Closed |
| Nawankot Cut → Yateem Khana | Heavy traffic diverted |
| Chouburji Chowk → Key Routes | Heavy traffic diverted |
| Thokar Niaz Baig → Event Area | Heavy traffic diverted |
Citizens traveling in affected areas, including Bund Road, Multan Road, and Chowk Yateem Khana, advised to use alternative routes to avoid delays. Heavy traffic is being redirected at major chokepoints like Dubai Chowk and Saggian ARO.
The Urs, commemorating the influential TLP leader, expected to conclude in the coming days. While the event draws a significant following, authorities urge citizens to verify news and follow official announcements to avoid misinformation.
 leader Khadim Hussain Rizvi is underway in Lahore, drawing thousands of his followers to Madrassa Rahmatullil Alameen and surrounding areas. Amidst the massive gathering, social media rumors about a public holiday in Lahore on November 21 spread like wildfire, creating confusion among the public.){kind=link}