Pakistan marked Kashmir Solidarity Day today, reaffirming its stance on the Kashmir dispute and highlighting what it describes as ongoing human rights violations in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir.
Across the country, officials and institutions organized events and issued statements condemning the security situation and restrictions imposed by India in the region.
Pakistan pointed to reports of mass detentions under laws such as the Public Safety Act and UAPA, restrictions on movement and religious activities, and constraints on media and education. It also cited a heavy military presence, with estimates of 800,000 to 900,000 troops deployed in the territory, along with checkpoints, surveillance, and search operations affecting civilian life.
Communication restrictions, including internet shutdowns sustained since August 2019, continue to hinder social, journalistic, and academic activities. Reports highlighted incidents of property demolitions, school closures, and curfews, alongside restrictions on religious gatherings and the detention of religious leaders, which India claims are temporary security measures.
Pakistan has consistently raised the Kashmir issue on international platforms such as the UN and OIC, calling attention to alleged rights violations. Meanwhile, India maintains that Kashmir is an integral part of its territory and accuses Pakistan of supporting militancy a charge Islamabad denies.
Kashmir Solidarity Day events in Pakistan aimed to keep international focus on the region, featuring public awareness campaigns, official statements, and media coverage to emphasize the plight of Kashmiris under Indian administration.
