In pictures: Pakistan's prominent names observe 'Kashmir Hour' to show solidarity with Kashmiris
Many prominent names took to street to show solidarity with the Kashmiris against Indian atrocities.
LAHORE (Dunya News) – The prominent personalities including cricketers, politicians and showbiz stars today (Aug 30) took to streets and prominent places to express solidarity with the Kashmiri people, Pakistan on Friday (today) observed ‘Kashmir Hour’ from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM in the wake of India’s unprecedented lockdown, human rights’ violations and atrocities in the disputed Himalayan region.
The ‘Kashmir Hour’ was observed by millions taking on to street where sirens were blared, traffic was halted and the nation anthems of both, Pakistan and Kashmir, were played to show the utmost support with the Kashmir against the Modi-led Hindu nationalist Indian government which abrogated the Article 370 and 35-A, scrapping the special status of the occupied valley.
The most reputed and prominent names of the Pakistan also demonstrated along with the citizens to show that Pakistan is united to fight for their Kashmiri brothers and sisters.
Shahid Afridi, Sindh Governor Imran Ismail and Minister Faisal Vawda at Mazar-e-Quaid to mark Kashmir Hour in Karachi. Photo: PTI Twitter
Adnan Siddiqui, Bilal Ashraf and other celebrities showing solidarity in Kashmir Hour: Bilal Ashraf Twitter
Pakistani stars observing Kashmir Hour at Jehangir Kothari Parade in Karachi: Bilal Ashraf Twitter
Prime Minister Imran Khan with Firdous Ashiq Awan and other politicians boost courage of nation for Kashmiris in Islamabad: Twitter
PM Imran Khan arrives to address the nation outside Prime Minister’s Office in Islamabad
PM Imran Khan addresses the masses during Kashmir Hour: AFP
Pakistan Cricket Board and cricketers get together at Gaddafi Stadium in Kashmir Hour in Lahore: Twitter
Minister for Safron & Narcotics Shehryar Afridi comes out Afghan refugees at Karachi Avenue to mark Kashmir Hour: Shehryar Afridi Twitter
Thousands to express solidarity with our Kashmiri brethren and against Indian occupation of Kashmir: Shehryar Afridi Twitter
Aleem Khan took out a rally to show support to Kashmiris in their grave times: Aleem Khan Twitter
Sportswomen of Pakistani national cricket team also observed Kashmir Hour: PTI Twitter
Faisal Qureshi also shows his full support to Kashmiris in Kashmir Hour: Faisal Qureshi Twitter
CM Buzdar also participated in rally to reaffirm their resolve for Kashmir: Usman Buzdar Twitter
Even the citizens of Pakistan came out to show the world that Pakistan stands equally with Kashmir and will support them till our last breathe.
Large number of people gathered in Islamabad to mark Kashmir Hour. Photo: PTI Twitter
Women and children in attendance at a rally to mark Kashmir Hour in Islamabad: PTI Twiter
Large number of students gathered to mark Kashmir Hour in Islamabad: PTI Twitter.
People take on streets to observe Kashmir Hour to express solidarity with Kashmir
A man waves Pakistan’s and Azad Kashmir’s flags during a countrywide Kashmir Hour: Reuters.
Scenes from PM Secretariat in Islamabad: PTI Twitter.
Students of all private schools management associations hold a protest against Indian aggression in Rawalpindi.
Students in Quetta stand in solidarity with Kashmir during school hours.
Many eminent leaders took out rallies at their respective areas to raise a voice against the Indian atrocities going against the Kashmiris for almost more than three weeks now. Every Pakistani came out of their houses to let the world know that we all are one.
