The High Commissioner of Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Nigeria, Mr Sohail Ahmad Khan has alleged continuous militarization of conflicted State of Jammu and Kashmir, saying it as the world’s most militarized zone and the largest prison on earth.
The High Commissioner in a statement on Sunday to commemorate the Kashmir Solidarity Day, called on the United Nations and its relevant Human Rights machinery, Civil Society Organizations, Media Houses and other defenders of Human Rights to fulfill their obligations toward besieged Kashmiris by playing their part to end the rule of tyranny and oppression.
The statement said: “Kashmir Solidarity Day serves as an annual reminder of the prolonged conflict in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, where the struggle for self-determination has left an indelible mark on the lives of innocent Kashmiris.
“Multiple UN Resolutions unambiguously declare that the final disposition of the State of Jammu and Kashmir will be made in accordance with the will of the people expressed through the democratic method of a free and impartial plebiscite conducted under the auspices of the United Nations. Numerous international, UN organizations as well as UN Special Rapporteurs have reported gross human rights violations in Jammu and Kashmir.
“Media and press is under tremendous pressure by Indian Government especially in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir which is evident from India’s ranking of 161 out of 180 countries as per 2023 World Press Freedom.”
He said: “Jammu and Kashmir has been converted into world’s most militarized zone and the largest prison on earth.”
The High Commissioner said: “Pakistan stands firm with Kashmiri brothers and sisters and will continue to provide unwavering diplomatic support. Pakistan demands that International community including United Nations and its relevant Human Rights Machinery, Civil Society Organisations, Media Houses and other defenders of Human Rights to fulfill their obligations towards besieged Kashmiris by playing their part to end the rule of tyranny and oppression.”
