Kashmir Solidarity Day: Pakistan promises to support the Kashmiri people in their struggle


ISLAMABAD: On Monday, the world observes Kashmir Solidarity Day to show Pakistan’s unwavering support for the legitimate struggle of the Kashmiri people for their unalienable right to self-determination as guaranteed by UN resolutions. A public holiday has been announced for the day.
The Ministry of Kashmir Affairs stated in a press statement that all necessary preparations have been done to celebrate Kashmir Solidarity Day appropriately both at home and abroad today. It stated that walks in solidarity would be held around the nation, including in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. At 9:30 am, there was a one-minute silence to honor the Kashmiri martyrs.

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On Constitution Avenue in Islamabad, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is the scene of a rally in honor of Kashmir Solidarity Day.

Participants in the rally include people from various walks of life, as well as Federal Minister of National Heritage and Culture Jamal Shah, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi, Minister for Privatization Fawad Hassan Fawad, Minister for Religious Affairs Aneeq Ahmad, Secretary Foreign Affairs Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi. They are waving placards endorsing the Kashmiri people.

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They are carrying banners with messages that draw attention to the crimes committed by India in Jammu and Kashmir, which is an unlawful occupation. Important Avenues, airports, and train stations have all had billboards and posters put up to draw attention to the predicament of the Kashmiri people.

Educational institutions are hosting essay writing competitions in addition to declamation and debate competitions in honor of the day.



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Why Sindh govt announces separate holiday for Kashmir Day?


In a significant display of solidarity and support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), the caretaker government of Sindh has announced a public holiday on February 5th, commemorating Kashmir Day.

This announcement, made through a separate notification by the provincial government, underscores the unwavering commitment of Sindh to recognize and honor the plight and sacrifices of Kashmiris living in the Indian-occupied valley.

The decision aligns with the federal government’s earlier declaration of a public holiday across the country on February 5th, emphasizing the collective national sentiment towards standing with our Kashmiri brethren.

Additionally, the Cabinet Division has outlined a poignant gesture of solidarity, calling for a one-minute silence at 10 am on Kashmir Day, offering a moment of reflection and remembrance for the struggles endured by the Kashmiri people.

The observance of Kashmir Day holds significant importance as it symbolizes Pakistan’s steadfast stance on the longstanding Kashmir issue, advocating for global attention and concerted efforts towards finding a just resolution for the disputed region.

This move comes amidst the backdrop of global condemnation following Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s unilateral decision on August 5, 2019, to revoke Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, thereby stripping away the special status granted to IIOJK.

By designating a separate holiday for Kashmir Day, Sindh reaffirms its commitment to standing shoulder to shoulder with the Kashmiri people, amplifying their voices on the international stage and advocating for their inherent right to self-determination.

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As the world observes Kashmir Day, Sindh’s gesture serves as a beacon of hope and solidarity, amplifying the collective call for justice and peace in the region, and reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kashmiri cause.





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