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Jammu and Kashmir Black Day
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| Jammu and Kashmir Black Day | |
|---|---|
| Status | Observed |
| Date(s) | 22 October |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Country | India |
| Next event | 22 October 2024 |
| Participants | Government of India, civil society, refugees |
| Major events | Awareness related events, posters, banners, hoardings, panel discussion, exhibitions, publications |
| Other names | Jammu and Kashmir Invasion Day |
Jammu and Kashmir Black Day is an annual commemoration established in the Republic of India by the Narendra Modi-led government on 22 October 2020 with the stated aim of highlighting Pakistan's role in the 1947 Kashmir conflict, and to term it as an invasion and a "Black Day."[1][2] The creation of the day has been described as a move to counter Pakistan's narrative on Kashmir.[3]
Description
[edit]Choice of date
[edit]According to Indian sources, the invasion did not start on 22 October. The first skirmish, comprising 2 JAK Infantry, took place at Owen Pattan on 8–9 October 1947.[4] Sehnsa was attacked on 9 October, and the following days saw more skirmishes at different locations.[4] However, 22 October is the day of observance of the invasion due to the so-called importance of the Kashmir valley, the day the Instrument of Accession was signed, and political decisions taken.[4]
Commemorative events and actions
[edit]A number of awareness related events, including cultural event, have been held.[5][6] In 2020 a number of panel discussions were held, with panelists including Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain and Amitabh Mattoo.[7] The Union Ministry of Culture and state government of Jammu and Kashmir mark the day with exhibitions and events.[7] In 2020, Raiders in Kashmir, a book written by Mohammed Akbar Khan, a retired major general of Pakistan Army, was republished.[8] Refugees also mark the day.[9][2]
See also
[edit]- Observances in Kashmir, Jammu related to the dispute
- 19 January— Jammu and Kashmir Exodus Day
- 5 February— Kashmir Solidarity Day
- 13 July— Kashmir Martyrs' Day
- A black day for some Kashmir related organizations
- 14 September— Martyrs' Day (Oregon)
- 22 October— Jammu and Kashmir Black Day (Invasion Day)
- 24 October— Azad Kashmir Day
- 26 October— Jammu and Kashmir Accession Day
- Other black days also observed by specific groups
References
[edit]- ^ "October 22 as Black Day: When Pakistan invaded J&K to commit atrocities". Business Standard India. 22 October 2020. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ^ a b "Pak role in Kashmir violence, terror and killings since 1947 to be highlighted on Oct 22". Hindustan Times. 17 October 2020. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ^ Dutta, Prabhash K. (22 October 2020). "On October 22, 1947, Pakistan invaded Kashmir. Here is what happened". India Today. Retrieved 2 September 2024.
- ^ a b c Raina, Col. (Retd.) Ajay K. (22 October 2021). "Invasion of J&K in 1947: Does the date matter?". mint. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ^ "Kashmir to observe Oct 22 as 'Black Day' to mark Pak invasion of J&K in 1947". The Week. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ^ Chaudhury, Dipanjan Roy (22 October 2021). "Bangladesh witnesses major protests against Pak action in Kashmir". The Economic Times. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ^ a b Sharma, Neeta (21 October 2020). "India To Observe "Black Day" Tomorrow To Mark 1947 Pak-Backed Raid On J&K". NDTV.com. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ^ Philip, Snehesh Alex (21 October 2020). "India to observe 22 October as 'Black Day' to highlight Pakistan's role in 1947 raid of J&K". ThePrint. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ^ "PoK refugees observe October 22 as 'black day' in Jammu". Deccan Herald. 22 October 2021. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
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