ISLAMABAD: (Parliament Times) YFK–International Kashmir Lobby Group organized a Black Day event to mark 15th August; Indian independence as Black Day by releasing 5000 Black Balloons in the Federal Capital Islamabad skies to show solidarity with the people of Kashmir living under Indian occupation.
Freed black balloons had a message of “Free Kashmir†written on them. The event was attended by Kashmiri and Pakistani youth, youth political wings and civil society members gathered at F-9 Park, Islamabad. They chanted slogans against the ongoing Human Rights violations in Indian-occupied Kashmir, against the use of bullets and pellets on innocent natives of Kashmir, against the insensitivity of Indian government towards the killings in Kashmir.
Speakers pledged to raise their voice for the people of Kashmir on every level to overcome their sufferings at the hand of Indian occupation. Participants recorded their video messages and showed support for the brave, resilient people of Kashmir who fight every day for freedom.
Indian Independence Day is celebrated as Black Day by Kashmiris all over the world. India has no moral or legal grounds to celebrate Independence Day when it snatches the basic rights of Kashmiris. If world want to see what Kashmiris aspire for, have a look that they celebrate 14 August and mourn 15 August.