Kashmir Solidarity Day is a reminder that freedom of expression in the Valley is under constant siege. Solidarity is not symbolic. It is a responsibility and, on this day, the world must choose to stand with Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir. Every year, when Kashmir Solidarity Day comes around, the world pauses, to acknowledge a story unfolding for more than seven decades and Pakistan renews its unwavering commitment to stand with the Kashmiri people. For Kashmiris, this day is a reminder of a daily reality shaped by militarization, censorship, demolitions and the constant fear of state reprisals.
Kashmir Solidarity Day is a moment to reaffirm that the struggle of the Kashmiri people is not forgotten and that their quest for freedom, dignity and human rights continues to command attention at both regional and global levels. Beyond symbolic gestures, this day reminds the international community of Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to supporting Kashmiris in their just struggle against foreign occupation. It is a day to celebrate solidarity and to strengthen global advocacy for the rights of those living under prolonged repression in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJ&K).
Pakistan’s commitment to Kashmir is rooted in history, ideology and moral responsibility. From the very beginning, Kashmir has been central to Pakistan’s national identity. It is about more than borders, it is about justice, human dignity and defending the rights of people, who have been denied both for decades. This is what makes Pakistan’s stance uncompromising and principled. Our Kashmiri brothers are not alone.
Year after year, Pakistan raises Kashmir’s plight at the United Nations, OIC forums, human rights bodies and global platforms, often when others hesitate or stay silent. Kashmir is, therefore, inseparable from Pakistan’s moral, cultural and ideological fabric. Every slogan shouted, every banner raised and every story shared is a reaffirmation of the jugular vein commitment. The pillars of Pakistan’s position are both clear and unshakable. First, historical and ideological roots: Kashmir was envisioned as central to the creation of Pakistan. Second, moral responsibility: the Kashmiri people are enduring occupation, human rights violations and injustice; silence would be complicity. Third, strategic and practical response: Pakistan’s actions, whether defensive operations or advocacy in international forums, demonstrate real commitment. All three pillars justify Pakistan’s unwavering stance. In today’s context, with increasing international attention on human rights, Kashmir Solidarity Day sends a clear signal. Pakistan’s support is unconditional, continuous and uncompromising. It is a commitment that goes beyond words. It is a jugular vein connection, a living principle that guides policy, military posture and diplomacy. Every act, every statement and every initiative strengthens this bond with the Kashmiri people
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