31/12/2025
Birmingham:
Senior parliamentarian of Azad Kashmir and government minister Chaudhry Muhammad Rashid has said that the rapid progress Pakistan is making is a matter of pride for the entire nation. “As Kashmiris, we proudly say that we are Pakistanis, and Pakistan belongs to us.”
He expressed these views while addressing a ceremony organized by the Quaid-e-Azam Trust UK during his visit to the United Kingdom. He said that Allah Almighty entrusted Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah (RA) with the great task of establishing Pakistan—an achievement that the nation can never forget. Such a great leader, who secured freedom for us and gave us an independent state, will always be remembered.
Chaudhry Muhammad Rashid said that by declaring Kashmir the “jugular vein” of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam permanently highlighted its geographical, political, and ideological importance. He emphasized that the relationship between Kashmiris and Pakistan is not merely political, but ideological and rooted in faith—an example rarely found anywhere in the world.
He further stated that even today, Kashmiri youth in occupied Kashmir raise the Pakistani flag at sensitive locations such as Lal Chowk in Srinagar and chant slogans of “We are Pakistanis,” for which they sacrifice their lives. Such youth consider it an honor to be buried wrapped in the Pakistani flag, which is clear evidence of the Kashmiris’ deep love for Pakistan and their unwavering commitment.
The minister said that Kashmir must be liberated and become part of Pakistan, as this is the fulfillment of the sacrifices and dreams of the forefathers of the Kashmiri people. He added that the flawed partition carried out by Lord Mountbatten gave rise to serious regional issues, with the Kashmir dispute at the top.
Chaudhry Muhammad Rashid called upon the international community to play an effective role in resolving the Kashmir issue and to compel India to implement United Nations resolutions.