Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar offered the traditional 'dhatti' at Bibi Ka Alawa for Muharram.
The trial walk of the elephant 'Sridevi', which will carry the 'alam' during the procession, was inaugurated.
Approximately 2,000 police personnel are being deployed to manage security and ensure a peaceful event.
Authorities have planned specific traffic restrictions along the route to maintain order and public safety.