Srinagar: Kashmiris on both sides of the Line of Control, as well as those living in Pakistan and across the world, observed Kashmir Martyrs' Day today to pay tribute to the martyrs of July 13, 1931, and all Kashmiris who sacrificed their lives for freedom. The occasion is being marked by a complete shutdown in Indian occupied Jammu and Kashmir and a march towards the Martyrs' Graveyard at Naqashband Sahib in Srinagar, where the 22 martyrs of July 13, 1931, are buried.

According to Radio Pakistan, the call for the observance has been given by the All Parties Hurriyat Conference and supported by all pro-freedom leaders and organizations. To honor the martyrs, rallies, seminars, and conferences are being organized in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan, and major capitals across the world.

In Muzaffarabad, the Kashmir Liberation Cell, in collaboration with the All Parties Hurriyat Conference AJK Chapter, arranged a public gathering followed by a rally. Pasban e Hurriatyat has also organized a protest rally at Burhan Wani Shaheed Chowk. Additionally, a Police contingent presented a salute at the Shuhada Monument as a mark of respect to the Shuhada.

Meanwhile, in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, Kashmiri politicians and leaders have been confined to their homes to prevent them from attending the Martyrs' Day function in Srinagar.