Rawalpindi: A photographic exhibition was held at the Punjab Arts Council to commemorate the third death anniversary of Syed Ali Gilani, a prominent figure in the Kashmiri freedom movement. Mushal Hussain Malik, Chairperson of the Peace and Cultural Organization and wife of Hurriat leader Yasin Malik, served as the Chief Guest at the event.
According to Punjab Arts Council, the exhibition showcased various aspects of Gilani’s life and struggle. Mushal Hussain Malik, in her address, reiterated Gilani’s enduring slogan, emphasizing the ongoing resonance of his vision for Kashmir’s liberation from what she termed “illegal occupation.” She recounted the hardships faced by Gilani, including prolonged periods of house arrest and the harsh measures imposed by Indian forces around his burial.
The event highlighted Gilani’s lifelong commitment to the Kashmiri cause, his extensive writings, and his role in exposing human rights abuses in the region. Malik acknowledged the efforts of the Punjab Arts Council and the Pakistani public for honoring Gilani’s legacy. Additionally, Member of the Punjab Assembly, Shazia Rizwan, spoke about Gilani’s advocacy against Indian occupation and his support for Kashmir’s accession to Pakistan, noting his significant contributions to literature and the Kashmiri freedom movement.
The exhibition drew attendees from across the region, reflecting widespread reverence for Gilani, who was posthumously awarded Pakistan’s highest civilian honor, the Nishan-e-Pakistan, for his dedication to the cause of freedom.
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