Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have reiterated Pakistan's political, moral, and diplomatic support to the Kashmiri people until they are granted right to self-determination as per the relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions and their aspirations.
In their separate messages on the occasion of Kashmir Martyrs' Day observed on Sunday, they said the day serves as a reminder of the inherited resilience, resistance against brutal forces, and unwavering determination of Kashmiris for their freedom.
President Asif Ali Zardar lauded unwavering courage, determination, and sacrifices of the Kashmiri people, who have resisted Indian occupation for decades and continue their struggle for self-determination.
He urged the international community and human rights organizations to take immediate notice of the Indian state terrorism and grave human rights abuses in the occupied territory.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in his message said the government of Pakistan will continue to extend its political, diplomatic and moral support to the people of Jammu and Kashmir who are waging struggle to gain their right to self-determination and freedom.
PM Shehbaz Sharif said, 'Kashmir Martyrs' Day is observed every year to pay tribute to the 22 Kashmiris who sacrificed their lives on July 13, 1931 while protesting against the Dogra forces of Jammu and Kashmir.' He said, 'The day serves as a reminder of the inherent steadfastness, resistance against brutal forces and unwavering resolve of the Muslims of Kashmir. The struggle for freedom, human rights and Kashmiri rights has been going on throughout Kashmir's history.' 'The Kashmiri people have been and are sacrificing their lives in their legitimate struggle for the right to self-determination,' he said adding, 'The government of Pakistan expresses its political, diplomatic and moral support in solidarity with the Muslims of Jammu and Kashmir, which is illegally occupied by India.'
He said, 'We salute the bravery and determination of all Kashmiri martyrs, who sacrificed their lives during decades of Indian occupation.' 'Today, the Government of Pakistan reaffirms its commitment to the resolution of the Kashmir issue and the right of self-determination of Jammu and Kashmir in accordance with United Nations resolutions,' he concluded.
Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has paid glowing tribute to brave Kashmiri martyrs of July 13, 1931.
In his message on Kashmir Martyrs Day, he said that sacrifice of the martyrs of Srinagar Central Jail is a reminder that the spirit of freedom can never be suppressed by bullets. The PPP Chairman said his party has always stood shoulder to shoulder with the Kashmiri people in their just struggle for self-determination.