Kashmir Solidarity Day will be observed on Friday (April 6) to condemn the killings of over 20 Kashmiris and injuring over 200 by Indian occupied forces in occupied territory on Sunday last. According to official sources, the day is being observed to give to the world a loud and clear message that the hearts of Pakistanis and Kashmiris throb in unison.
The decision is taken by federal cabinet, to express solidarity with the people of occupied valley, who are struggling for their right to self-determination under United Nations resolutions. The day has the backing of all segments of society. Rallies, public meetings, functions and seminars will be held in length and breadth of the country and Azad Kashmir to draw attention of the world community towards the plight of Kashmiris.
The government had also decided to send special envoys to the selected capitals to apprise the international community of the human rights abuses being committed by India.
Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi will address AJK Legislative Assembly to raise the enormity of the situation. At least 20 Kashmiri youth were martyred and around 200 injured in operations by Indian forces as well as subsequent anti-demonstration action in occupied Kashmir's Islamabad and Shopian districts on Sunday.