Kashmir Solidarity Day is observed annually on 5th February in Pakistan.

• The day is meant to express solidarity with the people of Kashmir, especially those struggling for freedom in Jammu and Kashmir.
• It is marked by demonstrations, rallies, and events across Pakistan and globally, particularly in countries with significant Kashmiri diaspora.
• Pakistan uses this day to reiterate its commitment to Kashmir’s freedom and highlight human rights violations in the region.
• Pakistan’s government, political parties, and civil society actively participate in raising awareness about the Kashmir issue.
• The day involves international demonstrations, including protests in the UK, USA, Canada, and the Middle East.
• The observance emphasizes the UN Security Council resolutions calling for a plebiscite in Kashmir, which remain unimplemented.
• The Pakistani government condemns human rights violations in Kashmir, including excessive force, arbitrary arrests, torture, enforced disappearances, and violence against civilians.
• Media coverage plays a key role, with newspapers, TV channels, and digital platforms highlighting the Kashmir issue.
• The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government, led by the Prime Minister, organizes events and campaigns.
• A special session of the AJK Legislative Assembly is held, passing a resolution in support of Kashmiri self-determination.
• High-ranking officials from Pakistan, including the President or Prime Minister, attend the special session to deliver messages of solidarity.
• The government and organizations conduct social media campaigns to engage younger generations and raise global awareness.
• The observance reinforces Pakistan’s commitment to the Kashmir cause as a moral and humanitarian obligation.
• Kashmir Solidarity Day serves as a reminder to the world of Kashmir’s ongoing struggle for self-determination despite decades of oppression.