FAISALABAD:A seminar to mark ‘Kashmir Black Day’ was held at Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan auditorium, Arts Council Faisalabad here on Tuesday.
Commissioner Dr. Imran Hamid Sheikh was chief guest, while officers of district administration, lawyers, teachers, civil society, and a large number of students participated in the event.
Addressing the occasion, the Commissioner said that Pakistani and Kashmiri people have a blood relation, love and respect for each other and no power on the earth can sever it. He said that today, a slogan ‘Kashmir Banay Ga Pakistan’ is airing across the globe.
The Commissioner said that the day is not far, when the Kashmiri people will breathe of freedom, bringing an end to 80-years of Indian oppression.
The Commissioner remarked that October 27, is one of the darkest day in world history, when India illegally occupied Kashmir, in blatant violation of international law.
He said that the right to self-determination is the legitimate right to the Kashmiri people and it cannot be taken away by anyone.
He affirmed that the people of Pakistan have always stood with the people of Kashmir, and will continue to do so until the very last drop of blood.
On the occasion, the students presented a tableau depicting the Indian oppression and tyranny in Occupied Kashmir, while speeches were delivered in support of the Kashmir cause.
Additionally, an exhibition at the art gallery showcased various scenes related to the struggle for freedom.
The event was also attended by Assistant Commissioner (General) Dr. Zeeshan Irshad, Director Arts Council Imran Raza, CEO Education Rao Abdul Karim, Assistant Directors Arts Council Zahra Batool and Asad Hayat.