Kashmiris on both sides of the Line of Control observed India’s Independence Day as Black Day. The day was marked with rallies, marches, and protest gatherings.
In Muzaffarabad, a large group of protesters gathered at Azadi Chowk carrying black flags and banners. They marched through the streets to show their rejection of India’s control over the region. Demonstrators chanted slogans calling for freedom, including the popular “Hum kya chahtey — Azadi.”
The protests were organized to draw global attention to the political situation in Jammu and Kashmir. Many participants said the day serves as a reminder of the region’s demand for the right to self-determination.
Similar rallies were held in other parts of Azad Kashmir. In these cities, people displayed black flags, carried placards, and shouted slogans against India. Leaders addressing the gatherings called for continued unity among Kashmiris in their struggle.
The events took place peacefully, with local authorities monitoring the situation. Organizers stressed that their movement is aimed at achieving freedom through political and diplomatic means. They urged the international community to play a more active role in resolving the long-standing dispute.
For Kashmiris, marking India’s Independence Day as Black Day has become an annual tradition. It is seen as a way to voice dissent and highlight ongoing concerns about human rights and political representation in the region.
Observers note that such demonstrations are symbolic, but they carry significant political meaning. They serve to keep the Kashmir issue alive in global discussions, even as other geopolitical challenges dominate headlines.
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