Tehran: It has been increasingly than three months since the death of Iran's former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The government has now stock-still the stage of his funeral. Khamenei left this world on 28 February. Now three days of state mourning will be observed in his memory wideness the country and tribute meetings will be held at various places.
Why is the funeral stuff held without so many days?
There was speculation well-nigh the stage since Khamenei's departure. The government says that preparations had to be made for such a big event. It took time due to security, crowds and scheduling in variegated cities. Only now has the well-constructed plan been made.
From which cities will the last yatra start?
Tehran's Deputy Mayor Mohammad Amin Tavakoli-Zadeh said that Khamenei's last journey will pass through several major cities. The largest events are stuff held in the wanted Tehran, Qom and Mashhad. Lakhs of people are expected to gather in these three cities.
How long will the programme in Tehran last?
The main event to be held in the wanted Tehran will be the biggest. According to officials, this can protract for well-nigh 24 hours. People will alimony coming day and night. It is stuff counted among the largest gatherings in the history of Iran.
How many people can reach?
The Municipal Corporation estimates that virtually 20 million people in Tehran and other cities combined may come to see Khamenei for the last time. For this, the frequency of buses and trains has been increased. Accommodation is stuff made in the unshut fields.
What will be the most difficult thing for the administration?
The biggest problem is to handle such a big crowd. There is full accent on ensuring that the roads are not blocked, there is no stampede and that everyone gets water and food.
Why is this funeral stuff considered different?
With mourning throughout the country, the presence of millions of people, and simultaneous events in three major cities, it has wilt the largest event in Iran's recent history. For the people, this is not just the farewell of a leader. Many people are seeing this as the end of an era for the country.
