MUZAFFARABAD (Kashmir English): Thousands of people across Azad Kashmir took to the streets in a strong show of solidarity with the Pakistan Armed Forces, as rallies under the slogan “Pak Army Zindabad” were held in Kotli, Muzaffarabad, Leepa Valley, and other regions.
Citizens from all walks of life participated in these events, expressing their unwavering support for the military and celebrating its recent successes.
In Kotli, the Jammu Kashmir United Movement organised a major rally that began at the PWD Rest House and concluded at Shaheed Chowk. The event was led by ministers Zafar Malik, Chaudhry Muhammad Ikhlaq, Javed Budhanvi, Aamir Yaseen, and members of the Kashmir Council, including Hanif Malik, Sardar Abdul Razzaq, and Malik Nawaz.
A large number of traders, students, women, political activists, and professionals participated. The rally echoed with slogans of “Long Live Pakistan Army” and “Long Live Pakistan,” as national spirit filled the air.
A 200-foot-long Pakistani flag became the centrepiece of the rally, drawing attention and symbolising the people’s deep-rooted connection with their country.
In Muzaffarabad, a similar rally was held on Shah Sultan Bridge, with active participation from civil society, lawyers, and transport workers. Participants expressed their gratitude to the armed forces for their recent victories and voiced their allegiance through loud patriotic slogans. Another significant event took place under the banner of “Pakistan Zindabad” to mark the success of Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos.
Organised by the APCA Employees Alliance and AJK Aghiga, the rally started at the District Complex Muzaffarabad and concluded at Domel Bridge. It was led by Pervez Ahmed Qureshi and Syed Waqas Ali Gilani. Employees threw flower petals on the soldiers and offered tributes, expressing their love and support for the Pakistan Army.
In Leepa Valley, residents gathered in the town’s bazaar to celebrate the success of Operation Bunyan Marsous. They chanted slogans in favour of the Pakistan Army, the Army Chief, and the Commanding Officer of the Leepa Guard.
Flower petals were showered on the Commanding Officer as people congratulated him and his team for their achievements. The entire area resonated with chants of “Pakistan Zindabad” and “Pak Army Zindabad.” Bashir Alam Awan, a member of the District Council Leepa, thanked the Army, the Army Chief, the Leepa Guard’s commander, and all the soldiers for carrying out a successful operation and striking deep into enemy territory.
Participants praised Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir for his leadership, stating that under his command, the Pakistan Army has crushed the enemy’s plans and taught a strong lesson to those backing hostility.
President of PML-N Azad Kashmir, Shah Ghulam Qadir, remarked that the courage and leadership of the Pakistan Army had foiled all of India’s designs. He added that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and General Asim Munir had raised the nation’s head with pride.
Qadir further said Pakistan had once again shown its commitment to peace by offering neutral investigations into the recent crisis but also made it clear that the country remains fully prepared to defend itself with full force when needed.
