JAMMU: The Haq Insaaf Council, led by Advocate Zeshan Syed, organized a compelling panel discussion at the Press Club Jammu on “Pakistan Doomsday: Exposing Facts of Terrorism in Jammu & Kashmir” and “Kashmir Solidarity Day: A Facade or Genuine Concern?” The event brought together prominent intellectuals, policymakers, and experts to dissect Pakistan’s annual observance of Kashmir Solidarity Day and its implications for the region.
Advocate Zeshan Syed, in his address, highlighted the hypocrisy behind Pakistan’s so-called solidarity with Kashmiris, arguing that it has instead contributed to decades of destruction, violence, and suffering. He noted that Pakistan’s involvement has led to the loss of over 96,000 lives, including women and children, and the disruption of the social fabric in Jammu and Kashmir. He emphasized that rather than supporting Kashmiris, Pakistan has exploited the conflict for its own political and economic agenda.
Moderated by law student Momina, the panel discussion featured a distinguished lineup of speakers. Subash Gupta, Former PSC Member and Session Judge, shed light on the legal and humanitarian implications of Pakistan’s role in Jammu and Kashmir. Rajiv Chuni, Chairman of SOS International, highlighted the ongoing struggles of PoJK refugees and the need for accountability. Sheraz Zamaan Lone, representing Team Kashmir Renaissance, underscored the resilience of Kashmiris and the importance of reclaiming their narrative. Gurdev Singh, Chairman of the Sharnarthi Committee PoJK, spoke on Pakistan’s exploitation of PoJK’s resources. Advocate Basharat Hussain emphasized the legal aspects of Pakistan’s occupation of PoJK and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Sushil Singh, representing the Kashmiri Pandit Migrant Committee, shared his community’s enduring struggle and resilience. Senior Police Officer Ajaz Sharma highlighted the security challenges posed by Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, while Dr. Nitan Sharma provided a socio-political perspective on Pakistan’s diminishing credibility and exploitative tactics.
The discussion revealed how Pakistan’s diversion of foreign loans, originally meant for development and welfare, has instead been used to fund terror networks and ISI operations. While the people of PoJK and the rest of Pakistan suffer from unemployment, inflation, and deteriorating living conditions, the ruling elite and their operatives continue to enrich themselves. Panelists highlighted the manipulation of young boys by pseudo-leaders, who inflame communal passions and recruit them into insurgency, perpetuating a cycle of violence and death while the tanzeem leaders and their ISI handlers enjoy secure, lavish lifestyles.
A significant point of discussion focused on Pakistan’s history of exploiting international funds by leveraging geopolitical and religious narratives, including countering Russian influence in Afghanistan, invoking Islamic jihad, participating in the drug trade, and blackmailing China. Despite all this, Pakistan’s economy continues to plummet, and conditions are ripe for its possible fragmentation into multiple independent regions, including Baluchistan, KPK merging with Afghanistan, and PoJK reuniting with India.
Dr. Nitan Sharma, in his vote of thanks, reiterated the importance of questioning the motives of Pakistan’s leadership and its so-called solidarity with Kashmiris. He emphasized that the future lies in peace, education, and development, not in conflict. The Haq Insaaf Council called on the people of PoJK and Pakistan to demand transparency and accountability from their government, ensuring that public resources are used for welfare rather than perpetuating a system built on terror and exploitation.
The Haq Insaaf Council reaffirmed its commitment to fostering meaningful dialogue, advocating for justice, and promoting peace and national integration. Other researchers and students who attended the event included Jaspreet Kaur, Tahir Mustafa Malik, Shivam Jasrotia, Anirudh Sharma, Vaibhav Dabur, Ravi Shanker, Kritika, Waheed Parvaaz, Sageer Qureshi, and others. [Statement]
