ISLAMABAD, Oct 27 (APP):Vice-Chancellor, Allama Iqbal Open University, Prof. Dr. Nasir Mahmood (SI) has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination, stating that standing by the people of Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir is a national and moral responsibility.
He expressed these views on the occasion of Kashmir Black Day during a solidarity walk organized at the university, in which students, faculty members, officers and employees participated to express solidarity with the Kashmiri people and their struggle for their legitimate rights.
In his message, Prof. Dr. Nasir Mahmood said that the Pakistani nation would always stand by its Kashmiri brothers and sisters and pray for the success of their struggle for freedom and self-determination.
He emphasized that Kashmir Black Day serves as a reminder of the sacrifices, hardships and continued struggle of the people of Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir for their fundamental rights.
The Vice-Chancellor reiterated that Pakistan would continue to extend political, diplomatic and moral support to the Kashmiri people.
He also called upon the international community to play its role in ensuring that the people of Kashmir are granted their legitimate right to self-determination in accordance with their aspirations.
The participants chanted slogans in support of the Kashmiri people and reiterated their commitment to upholding their right to self-determination. They also carried banners and placards bearing messages of solidarity with the people of Kashmir.
The solidarity walk was organized by the Directorate of Student Advisory and Counselling Services on the directives of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Nasir Mahmood. The activity aimed to raise awareness about the Kashmir issue and reaffirm the university community’s solidarity with the Kashmiri people on Kashmir Black Day.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
