Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has paid glowing tribute to the courageous people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and strongly condemned the atrocities being committed in the valley. In her message on ‘Kashmir Black Day’ being observed on Sunday, the CM expressed her deep connection to Kashmir, stating it was very close to her heart. CM Maryam Nawaz emphasized that brave Kashmiris were striving for their right to self-determination despite facing oppression and injustice. She highlighted that a peaceful resolution to the Kashmir issue was essential for lasting peace in the region. Reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kashmiri people, she noted that every citizen of Pakistan prays for the freedom of occupied Jammu and Kashmir. She pledged to amplify the voices of Kashmiris globally and urged the international community to play its role in securing their rights.