[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]Kashmir Solidarity Day, observed annually, will coincide with a three-day closure of commercial banks in Pakistan. The State Bank of Pakistan declared the holiday on February 5, 2024, to commemorate Kashmir Day. This announcement follows the government’s declaration of February 5 as a national holiday, emphasizing a moment of silence nationwide at 10 am.
The central bank’s statement clarified that all banks throughout Pakistan would be closed on Monday, February 5, 2024, in observance of the public holiday. The significance of this holiday is rooted in Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to supporting the Kashmiri people’s right to freedom and self-determination.
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This closure aligns with the broader national sentiment and reflects the solidarity of the Pakistani people with their Kashmiri counterparts. The annual observance of Kashmir Solidarity Day serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing struggle for justice and self-determination in the Kashmir region. The government’s decision to dedicate a national holiday underscores the importance of fostering unity and expressing solidarity with the Kashmiri cause.
The closure of commercial banks during this period not only adheres to the official recognition of Kashmir Solidarity Day but also symbolizes a collective pause in routine activities to honor the historic and ongoing struggle of the Kashmiri people. This gesture reflects the significance attached to this day in the national narrative and reinforces Pakistan’s commitment to advocating for the rights of the Kashmiri population on the international stage.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
