Kashmiris mark 79 years of Indian occupation with Black Day

Kashmiris across the world are observing Black Day on Tuesday to mark 79 years since Indian forces entered Srinagar and took control of Jammu and

Kashmiris across the world are observing Black Day on Tuesday to mark 79 years since Indian forces entered Srinagar and took control of Jammu and Kashmir on October 27, 1947. Protests and demonstrations are being held on both sides of the Line of Control (LoC), in Pakistan and in various countries to condemn India’s control over the disputed territory.

The All Parties Hurriyat Conference and other pro-independence organisations have called for a complete shutdown in Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Protest demonstrations are also planned across the region to oppose India’s actions and draw international attention to the longstanding Kashmir dispute.

On October 27, 1947, Indian troops entered Srinagar in a move that Kashmiris and Pakistan have long described as an illegal occupation that violated the aspirations of the Kashmiri people and the principles underlying the partition of the subcontinent. Kashmiris mark the anniversary every year as Black Day to protest against India’s control over the territory.

This year, Kashmiris living in different parts of the world are organising rallies and demonstrations to demand a peaceful settlement of the Kashmir dispute and the right to self-determination for the Kashmiri people in accordance with United Nations resolutions.

In Muzaffarabad, a march towards the Line of Control will be held along Srinagar Highway. Participants will also stage a protest against India in Hattian Bala, an area of Jhelum Valley district.

Ishaq Dar calls for international efforts

In his message on Black Day, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said the Kashmir dispute remained unresolved despite nearly eight decades of developments.

He stressed the need for effective international efforts to address the issue and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to raising the voice of the Kashmiri people at international forums.

Dar’s message highlighted Pakistan’s continued support for the Kashmiri people’s demands and efforts to secure a resolution to the longstanding dispute.

Maryam Nawaz expresses solidarity with Kashmiris

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz also condemned India’s control over occupied Jammu and Kashmir in her Black Day message.

She described October 27 as a dark chapter in world history, saying the legacy of that day continued to cast a shadow over the Indian leadership.

Maryam Nawaz said the Kashmir dispute was no longer an issue concerning only one country but had become a matter of international concern. She reaffirmed her solidarity with the Kashmiri people, saying Pakistan stood with them and would continue to support their struggle.

Black Day observances are intended to remind the international community of the unresolved Kashmir dispute and renew calls for a settlement that reflects the aspirations of the Kashmiri people and the relevant United Nations resolutions.