Imam hossein square tehran times

TEHRAN - On Friday, a celebration was held across 10 kilometers length from Imam Hossein Square to Azadi Square in Tehran, marking Eid al-Ghadir.

The Municipality of Tehran embellished the street by illuminating squares, installing decorative elements, and lighting alleyways and thoroughfares.

Cultural, art, and entertainment programs were held. People were served food and pastries. 

Large celebrations were also held in other cities across the country.

Eid al-Ghadir is a source of unity for the Islamic nation. The event is the day on which Imam Ali (AS), the first Imam of the Shia, was appointed as successor to Prophet Muhammad (S).

On the way back home from Hajj in 632, which is known as the Farewell Pilgrimage, Muhammad (S) asked for a stop in a region called Ghadir Khum, where in his sermon, he announced his cousin Ali (AS) as his successor and first Imam shortly before his death based on a revelation from God.

Afterward, two tents were pitched, in one of which Muslims congratulated the Prophet (S) for his excellent choice and, in the other one, Muslims from all tribes gave their allegiance to Ali (AS). One of the Muslims was Hazrat Fatima (SA), the wife of Imam Ali (AS) and daughter of the Prophet (S).

Some 1,300 service provision stations were set up on the 10-kilometer route, including food and drinking as well as cultural bases.

With the arrangements made, a special bus route was planned for entertainment games for children and teenagers as well as families.

There were also stages in the main squares of the city, and various songs and programs were presented on these stages.

Four big stages were set up in Imam Hossein, Ferdowsi, Enqelab, and Azadi squares.

Special programs were held for children and teenagers and some 500,000 flowers were distributed among people. Moreover, flower arrangements were made along the route.

Representation of the Ghadir event, lighting, and holding a special celebration for children were among other programs.

TEHRAN – Each year, on December 30, aligning with the ninth day of the Iranian month of Dey, Iranians unite to commemorate a pivotal moment in their history—a robust response to foreign-backed post-election turmoil that unfolded on December 30, 2009.

This day stands as a poignant reminder of the Iranian nation's resilience and unity in thwarting plots against their sovereignty.

Dubbed the "9th of Dey epic," this occasion symbolizes the monumental nationwide rallies held in various cities, particularly in capital Tehran, on the ninth day of Dey. An annual event, it commemorates the massive demonstrations that decisively countered attempts to instigate unrest in the country.

The unrest, instigated by two unsuccessful presidential candidates who claimed vote rigging, was later labeled by the Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei as "sedition."

The pro-establishment demonstrators also vented their anger at a group of protesters who days earlier offended the sanctities on the Day of Ashura, which marks the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH), the third Shia Imam and grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Dey 9 transformed into a day of national significance, signifying the triumph of unity over discord and the defense of democratic principles.

As Iranians annually observe Dey 9, it becomes a moment for reflection on the transformative events of 2009. This day reaffirms the values propelling the nation forward, emphasizing justice, democracy, and the pursuit of a brighter future. The spirit of unity and resilience showcased on Dey 9 remains deeply ingrained in the national consciousness, shaping the ongoing narrative of Iran's historical journey.

This year, thousands gathered in Tehran's Imam Hossein Square on Saturday, renewing their commitment to the Islamic establishment. This annual event not only pays homage to the past but also serves as a platform for expressing allegiance to the principles defining Iran's identity.

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The Imam Hossein Comprehensive University (also referred to as IHU or Imam Hossein University, Persian: دانشگاه امام حسین, Dāneshgāh-e Emām Hosein) is a public university located in Tehran, Iran.

The university was opened in 1986, and is located in Babayi Expressway near Tehranpars and Hakimiyeh in northeastern Tehran. The university is affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Ministry of Science, Research and Technology, and Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics. It is sometimes referred to as "IHU". The university's official title is the Imam Hossein Comprehensive University (Persian: دانشگاه جامع امام حسین, Dāneshgāh-e Jām-e Emām Hossein). It is named after Husayn ibn Ali, a grandson of the Islamic prophetMuhammad, who was martyred in 680.

IHU provides undergraduate and postgraduate programs in 15 departments. The student body consists of 6,000 students and cadets. The procedure for accepting and processing requests at IHU is different from other universities. Regular students can get admission by passing Iranian University Entrance Exam which is done yearly by Ministry of Science, Research and Technology. Those students are without scholarship and will not be employed by IRGC. They should also pay tuition fees. However, students with scholarship are accepted by IRGC after passing ideological interviews and medical tests, and being a member of Basij will be an advantage for getting scholarship. Those students are not permitted to go abroad or work for private companies. For many years, IRGC Cadet College and IHU academic division were in the same place. But, Imam Hossein Cadet College was separated from the academic division in 2005. Then, the academic division was relocated to another recently built infrastructure, and was renamed to the "Imam Hossein Comprehensive University".

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