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Muharram being observed amid tight security in Bihar

Patna, July 6 (UNI) Muharram was being observed amid tight security arrangements in Bihar. state headquarter sources said here today.
Security was beefed up in view of the processions being taken out for Muharram.
Special surveillance was being maintained against the trouble mongers and strict action will be taken against any unlawful activity.
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