RAWALPINDI: The Punjab Arts Council (PAC) on Friday organized a photographic exhibition and protest walk to commemorate Kashmir’s Black Day.
Speaking at the event, the Director of the Arts Council, Waqar Ahmad, highlighted the deep connection between Pakistan and Kashmir, describing them as two bodies with one soul.
Ahmad noted that India had imposed a complete ban on freedom of expression in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), and journalists were facing violence.
He further pointed out India’s violations of the Geneva Convention and United Nations Security Council resolutions regarding IIOJK. The Punjab Arts Council has consistently portrayed the true image of IIOJK to the world, shedding light on India’s darkest chapter in history.
Ahmad expressed optimism that, despite the extensive condemnation, the darkness of cruelty would eventually dissipate, and freedom would prevail.
Punjab Arts Council Documentary Exposes Indian Atrocities Against Kashmiris
He raised concerns about the international community’s silence regarding human rights violations in Occupied Kashmir, and after 76 years, the United Nations has yet to implement Security Council resolutions. A documentary highlighting Indian atrocities against Kashmiris was screened during the exhibition.
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In the tableau competitions, Paragon School secured the first position, City Lyceum came in second, District Public School for Girls ranked third, and District Public School for Boys stood fourth. In the speech competition, the Public School clinched the first position, Bright Mind School was second, M Educational System took third place, and Guidance School was fourth. Numerous students from twin cities participated in these competitions.
