Pakistan’s Solidarity Boosts Kashmiri Morale, Says Hurriyat Leader Altaf Wani

Jammu, Altaf Hussain Wani, a leader of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference Azad Jammu and Kashmir chapter, has stated that the observance of Kashmir Solidarity Day by Pakistanis serves as a significant source of encouragement for the Kashmiri people amidst ongoing conflicts in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). This sentiment was expressed during a function organized by the Pakistan Youth League, in partnership with Virtual University Wah Campus, to commemorate the day dedicated to supporting the Kashmiri struggle for self-determination.

According to Kashmir Media Service, the event saw the participation of a wide array of youth and was marked by speeches that highlighted the historical and current aspects of the Kashmir dispute. Colonel (Retd) Farrukh Mehmood, the event’s president and a noted socio-political figure, emphasized that the Kashmir issue has been a point of contention since Pakistan’s inception, praising the sacrifices made by Pakistani forces and the nation’s diplomatic efforts to defend the Kashmir cause.

Senior journalist and Kashmir expert Bashir Ahmed Sultan Kashfi criticized the human rights violations allegedly perpetrated by Indian troops in IIOJK and called on the international community and human rights organizations to address these concerns. Atiqur Rehman Chughtai, Director of Virtual University Wah Campus, voiced a desire for a peaceful diplomatic resolution to the Kashmir dispute.

The event also featured a declaration of intent by Abid Hussain, Chairman of the Pakistan Youth League, to annually observe Kashmir Solidarity Day, underscoring the enduring support for the Kashmiri people from various sectors of Pakistani society. The function concluded with the distribution of certificates of appreciation to students, symbolizing the recognition of their contributions to the cause.

This gathering in Wah Cantt is part of a broader series of events across Pakistan and its diplomatic missions worldwide, aiming to reaffirm solidarity with the Kashmiri struggle and to advocate for a peaceful resolution in line with international norms and UN resolutions.

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