Iraqi officials have launched nationwide preparations—including service provision, security, and infrastructure upgrades—as tens of millions of pilgrims are expected to converge on Karbala for the massive Arbaeen pilgrimage. Key elements include enhancing power reliability via rerouting lines and installing new transformers, and close coordination with multiple governorates such as Najaf, Wasit, Erbil, and Kirkuk to ensure smooth traffic and logistics.
