SAPM: (Govt internationalized Kashmir issue through effective diplomacy: Dr Firdous)

ISLAMABAD:Special Assistant to Prime Minister (SAPM) on Information Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan has said that the government has successfully internationalized the core issue of Kashmir through effective diplomacy.

She said the Kashmir is an integral part of Pakistan and we will continue political, moral and diplomatic support to the Kashmiri brethren till their freedom.

She said this while addressing an event of launching ceremony of special songs “Jannat Na Jalaoo” and “Ay Khuda” on the eve of Kashmir Solidarity Day by Radio Pakistan here on Monday.

Dr Firdous said Radio Pakistan is working effectively to defend the ideological boundaries of Pakistan and its role in this regard always remained commendable.

She said Radio Pakistan played a vital role in every critical juncture and supported the nation both in the conditions of peace and war.

Appreciating the release of two songs by Radio Pakistan in expressing solidarity with Kashmiris on eve of Kashmir Solidarity Day, she said these songs will help the world to understand the real situation of Indian atrocities in Occupied Kashmir.

She said these are also real emotions of the 220 million people of Pakistan in support of the Kashmiris’ movement.

The event was attended by DG PBC Samina Waqar, Director News Abdul Hadi and other high officials of Radio Pakistan. She said the Radio Pakistan is a symbol of our political and social values of Pakistan. She said that Radio Pakistan has introduced new trends in the world of broadcasting.

Commenting on Kashmir movement, Dr Firdous said the Kashmiris are fighting for their political, religious and cultural rights and they rendered unprecedented sacrifices in this regard.

She said Radio Pakistan has played an important role in highlighting the just struggle of Kashmiris. She also appreciated Pakistan Television to visualize these songs released by Radio Pakistan to make it more resonate.

She said Radio in only the medium which has access in Occupied Kashmir as there is no reach of other medium in the held valley.

Earlier, speaking on the occasion, Information Secretary Akbar Durrani said that Radio Pakistan has a bright history in disseminating credible news and broadcasting historic themed Dramas.

He said these songs are a reflective of the support of Pakistani nation with their Kashmiri brethren. He said Kashmir issue is an unfinished agenda and it must be resolved as per aspirations of Kashmiris according to the UNSC resolutions.

Speaking on the occasion, Director General Radio Pakistan Samina Waqar said that Radio Pakistan has ensured its due contribution in the Kashmir struggle through releasing these songs. She appreciated those artists who worked hard in preparing these songs.