Thousands took part in the second march to commemorate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in Blackburn.

The procession began at the Masjid-e-Raza in Randal Street before making its way along Victoria Street and up the steep incline on Shear Brow.

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Crowds then walked across London Road, Earl Street and Whalley Range en route to the Madina Masjid on Oak Street. At Madina Mosque everyone was served a meal.

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Along the route people were offered a range of sweet delicacies by local businesses and residents.

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The annual march is the largest in the region and was a part of a day long series of events organised  by mosque volunteers.

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