{"id":1156910,"date":"2026-02-04T19:19:06","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T14:19:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/?p=1156910"},"modified":"2026-02-04T19:19:06","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T14:19:06","slug":"pnca-to-host-cultural-programme-to-mark-kashmir-solidarity-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/demo.app.com.pk\/index.php\/2026\/02\/04\/pnca-to-host-cultural-programme-to-mark-kashmir-solidarity-day\/","title":{"rendered":"PNCA to host cultural programme to mark Kashmir Solidarity Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">ISLAMABAD, Feb 04 (APP): The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), working under the National Heritage and Culture Division in collaboration with the Ministry of Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan, has announced a series of cultural and artistic events to commemorate Kashmir Solidarity Day on February 05.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">The two-day programme aims to highlight the historical struggle, cultural heritage, and resilience of the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir through creative and visual expression, while reaffirming Pakistan\u2019s unwavering solidarity with the Kashmiri people.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">As part of the activities, a Photography Exhibition will be held at the PNCA Main Lobby from February 4 to 5, featuring powerful visuals capturing the lives, traditions, and hardships of Kashmiris.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">In parallel, documentary screenings will be arranged to offer deeper insight into the region\u2019s history, ongoing human rights concerns, and the aspirations of its people.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">On February 05, a Special Puppet Show will take place at the PNCA Auditorium, using storytelling and performance to convey messages of peace, resistance, and hope in an engaging manner.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">This will be followed by a stage play titled \u201cLaho Rang-e-Kashmir,\u201d portraying the emotional and cultural dimensions of the Kashmiri struggle through dramatic art.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">In addition to the Islamabad-based events, a Cultural Performance will be organised at 2:00 pm at the New PM House, Muzaffarabad, in collaboration with the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Cultural Academy, showcasing traditional Kashmiri music and performances reflecting the region\u2019s rich cultural legacy.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">PNCA officials stated that the use of arts and culture remains a powerful medium to raise awareness and preserve the narrative of Kashmir\u2019s struggle, adding that these events are designed to engage the public, especially youth, in understanding the significance of Kashmir Solidarity Day.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">They reiterated Pakistan\u2019s firm commitment to supporting the Kashmiri people in their quest for self-determination and justice, in line with international resolutions and humanitarian principles.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Through this two-day cultural initiative, PNCA seeks to promote unity, awareness, and empathy, while standing in unwavering solidarity with the people of Kashmir.<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD, Feb 04 (APP): The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), working under the National Heritage and Culture Division in collaboration with the Ministry of Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan, has announced a series of cultural and artistic events to commemorate Kashmir Solidarity Day on February 05. 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