Kashmiris observe Youm-e-Tashakur in solidarity with armed forces
Youm-e-Tashakur was observed across Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) with great enthusiasm to express solidarity with the Pakistan armed forces.
The day began in Muzaffarabad with a 21 gun salutes and flag-hoisting ceremonies at key government locations. The capital city witnessed a solemn start to the day with special prayers in mosques for peace, progress and the strength of the armed forces of Pakistan. At least 21 gun salutes were presented as a mark of respect for the Pakistan army.
A central flag-hoisting ceremony was held at the Prime Minister's Secretariat, where a smartly turned-out AJK police contingent presented a guard of honor. A solidarity rally led by Minister Chaudhry Muhammad Rasheed was held from the Ministers' Block to Martyrs' Memorial.
In a significant show of support, Jamaat-e-Islami ameer Hafiz Naeemur Rehman visited the Line of Control (LOC) in the Abbaspur Sector, where he met with troops and expressed unwavering solidarity with the Pakistan Army.
Speaking on the occasion, he emphasized that the struggle against India would continue until the resolution of the Kashmir dispute as per the wishes of Kashmiris.
On the occasion, Hurriat leader Altaf Ahmad Bhat said that May 10 attack gave a new hope to the Muslims of India and Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIoJK) people who were worst victims of Modi government.
Bhat also appreciated the package announced by Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif for martyrs.
Tehreek-e-Kashmir UK President Fahim Kayani said that the attack of Pakistan armed forces on India on May 10 made every British Pakistani proud across UK.
Similar rallies and events were held in other cities across AJK. Citizens came out in large numbers to pay tribute to the Pakistan armed forces for their historic victory and to reaffirm their commitment to the cause of justice and national defense.
Youm-e- Tashakur in AJK served as a powerful reminder of the public's steadfast support for the armed forces and their shared resolve to safeguard the nation at all costs.
Pakistan Islamic Medical Association PIMA AJK chapter took to the streets from PIMA Al Hajri Hospital to Domail to express solidarity with Pakistan armed forces.
The participants, including young doctors and paramedics, held Pakistan flags and raised slogans in favour of Pakistan Army.
"May 10 united Pakistan from Karachi to Quetta, Peshawar, Lahore and Kashmir, and this day will also cement the national integration of Pakistan," Dr Reyaz Sheikh said.
Students also took to the streets and congratulated the Pakistan Army for teaching the lesson to Hindu extremists while attacking their airbases in broad daylight.
The rallies were also taken out in dozens of other districts and Tesla of AJK.
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