Kotli, The University Literary Society of the University of Kotli Azad Jammu and Kashmir (UoKAJK) hosted an intra-university speech competition on April 2, 2024, focusing on the theme “Demographic Engineering by India in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and Its Impact on the Right to Self-determination.” This event aimed to foster a deeper understanding among students of the complex geopolitical issues affecting the region and to encourage articulate discourse on the subject.

According to University of Kotli Azad Jammu and Kashmir, the competition drew participation from a diverse group of students, providing them with a platform to express their perspectives on the demographic changes in IIOJK and discuss the implications of these changes on the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination. The event underscores the university’s commitment to engaging students in critical discussions on pressing international issues, thereby enhancing their analytical skills and awareness of global political dynamics.

The speech competition is part of the University Literary Society’s efforts to promote academic excellence and civic engagement among students. By focusing on a topic of significant political and humanitarian concern, the society aims to cultivate a well-informed student body capable of contributing to meaningful dialogues on international relations and human rights.