Today we pause to remember the people of Kashmir: the lives lost, the families who still carry the pain of separation, and the generations who have known uncertainty for too long.
This is a day for reflection, not division. Behind every headline is a mother hoping for her child’s safe return, a student dreaming of a brighter future, and an elder longing for peace in the valley they love.
The people of Kashmir have shown remarkable resilience. Through hardship, they have held on to their culture, their faith, their hospitality and their hope. That spirit deserves to be honoured.
Every human being deserves dignity, safety and justice, and the chance to be heard. Lasting peace will come through dialogue, understanding and respect for the wishes and wellbeing of the Kashmiri people.
Let us light a candle of hope today. Let us pray for healing, stand for human rights, and keep working for a peaceful future where every Kashmiri can live freely and without fear.
Kashmir, you are not forgotten.
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