Srinagar, Oct. 27 -- Chairperson of the Association of Terror Victims in Kashmir, Tasleema Akhter, on Tuesday called October 27 a significant day in Kashmir's history, recalling how Kashmiris joined hands with the Indian Army to protect the region during the 1947 invasion by Pakistan-sponsored tribal raiders.

Speaking to ANI in Srinagar, Akhter said the day reminded people of how Kashmiris stood together to protect their land and identity, and urged international human rights organisations to raise their voices for the people of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), alleging that their basic rights had been taken away.

"Today is October 27, and it's a very special day for us. This day always reminds us of how Kashmiris joined hands with the ...