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Kashmir Exploitation Day (Youm-e-Istehsal) was observed at Fatima Jinnah Medical University, Lahore, on August 5, 2026, in accordance with the directives of the Government of Pakistan and the Punjab Higher Education Commission. The observance was held as an expression of solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, reaffirming support for their rights, dignity, and aspirations for peace and justice._x000D_
Vice Chancellor, Fatima Jinnah Medical University, Lahore Prof. Dr. Abdul Hameed graced the occasion as Chief Guest._x000D_
Deans Prof. Bilquis Shabbir, Prof. Muhammad Nadeem, Prof. Aliya Zahid, Prof. Naveed Akbar Hotiana, Prof. Shamila Ijaz Munir, Prof. Naghmana Latif, Prof. Madeeha Rashid, Prof. Rashid Iqbal, other faculty members and a large number of students participated in the ceremony._x000D_
Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Abdul Hameed, in his keynote address, reaffirmed the University’s unwavering solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He emphasized that this bond extends far beyond the geographical boundaries and is deeply rooted in a shared history, cultural heritage, and the enduring sacrifices of the Kashmiri people. Referring to August 5, 2019, he stated that the archenemy unilaterally revoked Articles 370 and 35-A, thereby ending the region’s constitutional autonomy, statehood, and residency protections. He described these actions as being in violation of the relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions. He called upon the audience to remain steadfast in opposing these measures and to continue supporting the principles of human rights, peace, justice, and the right of the people of Jammu and Kashmir to live with dignity and security._x000D_
A student of Fatima Jinnah Medical University, also presented a poem written by herself with reference to the ongoing cruelty and brutality in Kashmir._x000D_
On this occasion, an awareness walk was also organized regarding KASHMIR EXPLOITATION DAY (YOUM-E-ISTEHSAL).
