March 23 marks the day when the Lahore Resolution, also known as the Pakistan Resolution, was passed, laying the foundation for the creation of Pakistan.
K Stands for Kashmir in Pakistan: Mushaal. On the occasion of Pakistan Resolution Day, Mushaal Hussein Mullick, a prominent Kashmiri Hurriyat leader, reaffirmed that the “K” in Pakistan stands for Kashmir. In her statement, Mullick emphasized that the people of Kashmir continue to stand united with Pakistan, celebrating the historic significance of March 23, 1940.
March 23 marks the day when the Lahore Resolution, also known as the Pakistan Resolution, was passed, laying the foundation for the creation of Pakistan. The resolution called for the establishment of separate states for Muslims in the Subcontinent. Mushaal Mullick, an outspoken advocate for the rights of Kashmiris, highlighted that the struggle for Kashmir’s freedom and its eventual integration with Pakistan remains central to their aspirations. “The people of Kashmir have long stood with Pakistan and will continue to do so, as they share the same dreams of peace, prosperity, and freedom,” she said.
The historic Lahore Resolution, passed on this day in 1940, is remembered for its pivotal role in the creation of Pakistan. Chaudhary Rahmat Ali, one of the key figures behind the movement, played a crucial role in conceptualizing the idea of Pakistan. Rahmat Ali was the founder of the All India Muslim League’s student wing and was the first to coin the name “Pakistan” in 1933. His vision was to create a separate nation for Muslims in the Subcontinent, where they could freely practice their religion and preserve their cultural identity. The name “Pakistan” itself is an acronym, with each letter representing different regions—’P’ for Punjab, ‘A’ for Afghan (North-West Frontier Province), ‘K’ for Kashmir, ‘S’ for Sindh, ‘T’ for Baluchistan, and ‘I’ for the islands of the Indian Ocean.
Today, on Pakistan Resolution Day, Mullick’s remarks underline the strong, ongoing connection between Pakistan and Kashmir, a bond that was envisioned long before the nation’s creation. As Pakistan moves forward, the Kashmir issue continues to be a vital part of the nation’s identity and its foreign policy, with the people of Kashmir at the heart of this enduring struggle.
