Pakistan has strongly condemned the ongoing closure of the historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar. The Foreign Office spokesperson stated that preventing worshippers from praying on the last Friday of Ramadan violates religious freedom. Islamabad highlighted that restrictions in occupied Kashmir continue to infringe upon basic human rights.
The spokesperson noted that the mosque has remained closed for the seventh consecutive year since India’s August 5, 2019, actions in Kashmir. Pakistan stressed that worship restrictions during the holy month of Ramadan are particularly alarming and unacceptable. Authorities said such measures deepen grievances in the occupied territory.
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Pakistan urged the United Nations and the international community to take notice of the situation. Officials called on global institutions to pressure India to ensure the protection of religious freedoms in Kashmir. The repeated closure reflects ongoing disregard for local rights and traditions.
The Islamabad statement emphasized that all faith-based activities, especially during Ramadan, must be respected. Pakistan reiterated its commitment to highlighting human rights violations in occupied Kashmir on international platforms. Officials said religious and cultural heritage sites must remain accessible to local communities.
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Pakistan warned that continued restrictions could further inflame tensions in the region. It stressed that international intervention is necessary to prevent further violations of religious freedoms and human rights. The government called for immediate action to reopen the Jamia Masjid for worshippers.