Kashmir Solidarity Day, observed annuarlly on 5 February, is a national holiday in Pakistan. This day shows the strong emotional and moral bond between the people of Pakistan and the people of Kashmir. It is observed to express Pakistan’s support and unity with the people of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and to pay tribute to the countless Kashmiris who have sacrificed their lives in the face of Indian state repression.
More than a symbolic observance, Kashmir Solidarity Day serves as a moment of national reflection and collective conscience. Across Pakistan, from major cities to remote areas, people participate in events to remember the sacrifices made by the Kashmiri people for their right to self-determination. Solidarity rallies are held in Azad Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of Pakistan, where people raise their voices to remind the world that the Kashmiri struggle for justice and freedom is still alive.