In a strong message on Kashmir Martyrs’ Day, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi condemned India’s obstinacy and human rights violations in occupied Kashmir.
He highlighted that the mediation offer by US President Donald Trump had the potential to open a path to peace, but India’s refusal demonstrated its aggressive mindset.
Naqvi paid homage to the 22 Kashmiri martyrs who sacrificed their lives on July 13, 1931, in respect of the call to prayer, emphasising that their legacy continues to fuel the freedom movement.
He characterised this date as a pivotal moment against tyranny, stating that the violence of the Dogra Raj and current Indian oppression are merely different expressions of the same injustices.
The minister noted that beliefs, identity, and opinions in occupied Kashmir are being stifled by state power, equating this repression with a violation of human dignity.
He criticised the Modi government for perpetuating suffering on Kashmiris similar to that of the Dogra regime.
Naqvi asserted that the cry for freedom from Kashmiris cannot be silenced by any force.
He reaffirmed that Pakistan stands as the protector and advocate for the Kashmiris’ right to self-determination, pledging ongoing political, diplomatic, and moral support for their cause.