Kashmiri Leaders Extend Pakistan Day Greetings, Reaffirming Unbreakable Bonds

On Pakistan Day, Kashmiri leaders behind bars and beyond borders reaffirm their unwavering bond with Pakistan, strengthening the call for Kashmir’s freedom.

On the occasion of Pakistan Day, the illegally imprisoned Chairman of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Masarrat Aalam Butt, along with other prominent Hurriyat leaders, conveyed heartfelt congratulations to the people and government of Pakistan. They prayed for Pakistan’s continued growth, peace, and prosperity.

Sending a message from New Delhi’s notorious Tihar Jail, Masarrat Aalam Butt expressed unwavering solidarity with Pakistan. He described the country as a guiding light for the oppressed people of Kashmir and the wider Muslim Ummah. According to him, Pakistan’s foundation on noble principles is a divine blessing for Muslims worldwide.

He emphasized that the people of Kashmir are making daily sacrifices to uphold these shared values. Butt reiterated that no external force can break the deep cultural, religious, and civilizational ties that bind Kashmiris and Pakistanis. He affirmed that Kashmiris are steadfastly working towards the realization of Pakistan’s vision, confident that one day their dream of uniting with Pakistan will be fulfilled.

Several APHC leaders and organizations, including Molvi Bashir Irfani, Ghulam Mohammad Khan Sopori, Advocate Arshad Iqbal, Mohammad Yusuf Naqash, Zamurda Habib, Fareeda Behanji, Yasmeen Raja, Imtiaz Reshi, and others, issued statements from Srinagar. They highlighted the significance of the historic Pakistan Resolution passed on March 23, 1940.

The leaders praised the resolution as a turning point in South Asian history, emphasizing how it inspired Muslims across the region. Under the leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the All India Muslim League, Muslims united to demand a separate homeland. The leaders pointed out that the ongoing persecution of minorities, particularly Muslims in India, validates the necessity of Pakistan’s creation.

They expressed profound appreciation for Pakistan’s steadfast political, moral, and diplomatic support for the Kashmiri people’s legitimate struggle for self-determination. Reaffirming the unshakable religious and cultural bond between Kashmir and Pakistan, they stressed that no power can sever these ties.

The APHC leaders emphasized that Kashmiris view their freedom movement as an extension of the Pakistan Movement. They believe the 1940 resolution continues to inspire their struggle against Indian occupation. According to them, a stable and strong Pakistan is essential for Kashmir’s liberation.

Meanwhile, APHC-AJK chapter leaders, including Mohammad Farooq Rehmani, Mahmood Ahmad Sagar, Syed Yusuf Naseem, Mushtaq Ahmad Butt, Shamim Shawl, and others, also congratulated the people, government, and armed forces of Pakistan. They described Pakistan as the heart of Kashmiri aspirations.

They acknowledged Pakistan’s unwavering efforts to spotlight the Kashmir issue on international forums. The leaders expressed confidence that the sacrifices made by Kashmiris will lead to the realization of their ultimate goal—joining Pakistan.