Pakistan reiterates solidarity with Kashmiris on Black Day

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif emphasized on Tuesday that lasting peace and stability in South Asia hinges on a just and peaceful resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. They reiterated Pakistan's unwavering solidarity with the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. On this day in 1947, Indian troops invaded Jammu and Kashmir, violating the partition plan and Kashmiri aspirations.

The president urged the international community, especially the United Nations and human rights organizations, to address the human rights situation in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The prime minister reaffirmed Pakistan's moral, diplomatic, and political support for the Kashmiri people and their legitimate rights.

A rally was held in Islamabad to express solidarity with the people of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar assured continued support for Kashmiri brothers and sisters in their quest for self-determination. Pakistan has consistently raised the Kashmir dispute at international forums, including the United Nations and the OIC.

Kashmiris on both sides of the Line of Control and worldwide observed Black Day to draw attention to the looming catastrophe caused by India's illegal occupation. The All Parties Hurriyat Conference urged Kashmiris in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and worldwide to observe Black Day and called for a complete shutdown in the occupied territory.

International community was urged to play its role in resolving the Kashmir dispute according to Kashmiri aspirations and relevant UN resolutions. ISPR released a special song to express solidarity with Kashmiri people, highlighting their steadfastness, hope, freedom struggle, and sacrifices. Pakistan's military leadership reiterated its support for the Kashmiri people's struggle against Indian atrocities.