Evaluation of Capabilities and facilities of Najaf to Karbala Road with Emphasis on Hosseini's Arbaeen

Abstract

Every year in the days leading up to Arbaeen Hosseini, pilgrims and lovers of Tharullah walk the route from Najaf to Karbala as a good tradition. Along the way, there are processions where pilgrims can rest. On the way of the pilgrims, many processions and tents have been set up for reception, which create very beautiful scenes. The purpose of this research is to investigate the possibilities of the Najaf-Karbala route during the days of Arbaeen. In order to achieve this goal, the descriptive-analytical method and Dimtel technique were used. The findings of the research showed that in this route, health services, medicine, use of security forces, issuance of official visas, feasibility of security measures, creation of a security road map, cleaning of the route, sanitary facilities, bathrooms, drinking water, provision of disposable items, garbage There are intercultural interactions, internet, cultural booths, etc. Based on the analysis of available data, it can be stated that variables such as infrastructure, use of security forces, drinking water, transportation, structure of roads, division of work among people, lighting, erecting pillars... The region shows high interaction and strong systemic connection with other variables. Therefore, in order to improve the existing conditions, first of all, attention should be paid to these capabilities and facilities, and in order to strengthen them and finally improve the welfare of the pilgrims, policies and programs should be developed.