He urged the international community, especially the United Nations, to play an effective role in ensuring the right to self-determination for the Kashmiri people. The Governor reaffirmed that the people and Government of Pakistan stand shoulder to shoulder with their Kashmiri brothers and will continue to extend political, diplomatic, and moral support.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi, in his message, said that freedom is the fundamental right of the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), and the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa fully support their struggle. He said that lasting peace in the region is linked to the just resolution of the Kashmir dispute.

Rallies and events were also organised across the tribal districts to mark the occasion. In Parachinar, the district administration, tribal elders, and citizens held a rally to protest against Indian atrocities in Kashmir.

Addressing participants outside Israr High School, Additional Deputy Commissioner Aamir Nawaz and tribal elders strongly condemned the ongoing oppression against Kashmiris by India. They urged the global community to break its silence and help ensure the right to self-determination for the Kashmiri people.

Aamir Nawaz said that Kashmiris are our brothers, and their support will continue under all circumstances. Participants carried Kashmiri flags and raised anti-India slogans during the rally.