Muhammad Younus Dhaga, the Caretaker Sindh Minister for Revenue, emphasized on Monday that the Unity Day for Kashmir is not just an incomplete agenda against the division of Jammu and Kashmir; it’s a collective remembrance for the struggle in the region. Dhaga, addressing the “5th February Unity Day Walk” organized by Commissioner Karachi Division Muhammad Salim Rajput, asserted that the 76-year-long struggle proves that no amount of oppression, barbarity, or global injustice can extinguish the spirit of self-determination.
Expressing these sentiments at People’s Chowrangi, near the Mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam, Dhaga highlighted the significance of solidarity for Kashmiri freedom fighters, irrespective of gender or age. He firmly stated, “Whether they are men, women, or children, the perseverance of Kashmiris has demonstrated that no form of cruelty, tyranny, or global injustice can ever suppress their quest for autonomy.”
Dhaga added that the event aims to reaffirm commitment, asserting that the support for Kashmiris will remain steadfast, undeterred by international apathy or the Indian government’s attempts to alter Kashmir’s status. Commissioner Karachi Division Muhammad Salim Rajput, organizing the event, expressed confidence that the ongoing struggle and peaceful resistance, backed by Pakistan, will ultimately lead to the freedom of Kashmir. He dismissed India’s belief that the revocation of Kashmir’s special status would diminish the Kashmiris’ resilience or weaken the support from the people of Pakistan.
Education Minister Rana Hussein voiced hope, stating that every Pakistani, from children to politicians, will make sincere efforts to advocate for the rights of Kashmir. She urged a renewed focus on the Kashmir issue, emphasizing that the prolonged injustice in the region demands a global response. The event saw participation not only from government officials but also from students, teachers, and citizens, echoing a unified call for justice and freedom for Kashmir.
