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77TH LIBERATION DAY OF GILGIT-BALTISTAN - A SYNOPTIC VIEW

By Syed Shams Uddin On November 1, the people of Gilgit-Baltistan will solemnly commemorate the 77th anniversary of their liberation from the oppressive rule of the Maharaja of Kashmir, a historic step toward self-determination and regional autonomy. This monumental victory was fully aligned with the will of the people, resonating with the aspirations of the Subcontinent’s Muslims under the leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to create a nation for Muslims. For the people of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan was not simply a political choice but a shared destiny—a vision of unity with a broader Muslim identity and purpose. Their accession transcended mere politics; it was a deliberate commitment to a unified Muslim homeland inspired by the same ideals that gave birth to Pakistan. This pivotal moment ended nearly a century of oppression, as Gilgit-Baltistan broke free from subjugation to stand as part of an independent and sovereign Pakistan. Following their courageous struggle, th...

SARFARAZ AAKASH - AN URDU POET OF GILGIT

By Syed Shams Uddin Sarfaraz Aakash, a distinguished Urdu poet hailing from Damote, Sai Valley, Gilgit, made his long-awaited public appearance recently, thanks to the commendable efforts of the Gilgit Media Network (GMN). The network deserves immense recognition for bringing to the spotlight a poet of such grand stature, whose reclusive nature has kept him away from the public eye for far too long. Special acknowledgment is also owed to Sher Alam Shehbaz, who played a pivotal role in reaching out to Sarfaraz Aakash and persuading him to share his poetic gems with the world. Aakash, known for his aversion to publicity and his quiet dedication to the craft, has finally graced us with his profound literary presence. In a remarkable display of poetic prowess, Aakash introduced himself to the audience with a striking couplet that immediately commanded attention, offering a glimpse into his mastery over composition, diction, and the grandeur of his expression. The sheer sophistication of h...