Islamabad, September 01, 2023 (PPI-OT): Pakistan has urged the Indian Government to give unhindered access to the family and followers of iconic Kashmiri Hurriyat leader, Syed Ali Shah Gilani, to his final resting place. The Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch at her weekly news briefing in Islamabad, today (Friday), said Syed Ali Gilani was a true voice and face of the Kashmiris’ struggle for their rights and freedom.

She said the unflinching commitment of Syed Ali Gilani to the Kashmiris’ right to self-determination, in the face of persistent persecution and tremendous personal hardship, has inspired generations of Kashmiris in resisting the occupation and tyranny.

Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said Syed Ali Gilani will be remembered for his matchless sacrifices and unconditional love for Kashmir and for Pakistan. She said today on second death anniversary of Syed Ali Gilani, we pay rich tribute to his life-long dedication for justice and freedom and reaffirm our support to the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir.

Replying to a question, The Spokesperson said India must rescind its illegal act of 5th of August, 2019 and create an environment for peace and dialogue in the region. To a query about recent statement of Indian Minister for External Affairs, the Spokesperson said it is nothing new. He has used undiplomatic language against Pakistan on a number of occasions and we regret it.

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