ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has introduced a public vacation on Thursday, February 5, on account of Kashmir Solidarity Day.
All authorities and semi-government places of work, banks and academic establishments will stay closed on February 5 (Thursday).
The Cupboard Division has issued a notification which reads “The fifth February (Thursday) shall be a public vacation all through the nation on the event of Kashmir Solidarity Day”.
In response to the notification, a one-minute silence shall be noticed at 10:00 hours on the day, throughout the nation, in remembrance of the Kashmir Martyrs.
Kashmir Solidarity Day is a nationwide vacation noticed in Pakistan on February 5 yearly. It’s noticed to point out Pakistan’s help and unity with the individuals of Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir and Kashmiri freedom fighters efforts to secede from the Indian Republic, and to pay homage to the Kashmiris who’ve sacrificed their lives within the battle.
Solidarity rallies are held within the nation and all world wide. Kashmir Solidarity Day was first noticed in 1991 for the reason for Kashmiri brothers.
Processions, rallies, conferences and seminars are organized by many political and spiritual events the place politicians, heads of spiritual organizations, opinion leaders, and influential public figures tackle the plenty and converse to help the Kashmiri freedom motion.
These leaders and spokespersons additionally advocate a peaceable decision of the Kashmir situation. Lengthy marches, and rallies sponsored by political organizations, spiritual events and different organizations are held, during which individuals chant slogans to help the Kashmiri freedom wrestle and to precise solidarity with the Kashmiri individuals.
One other widespread spectacle is the formation of a human chain on all main routes resulting in AJK from Pakistan. Individuals stand in rows with their fingers clasped forming a human chain on all main crossings into AJK from Pakistan. This symbolizes unity and solidarity to reassure Kashmiris that they don’t seem to be alone of their wrestle for freedom.
Particular cultural applications and festivals are additionally held to advertise Kashmiri tradition and custom. Information and leisure channels air particular applications, speak reveals, dramas and Kashmiri songs in regards to the oppression and brutalities suffered by Kashmiris over time. Instructional establishments arrange debate competitions and dialogue boards the place college students specific their views and concepts for resolving Kashmiri-related points.
