Islamabad, (TW News) __ The National Book Foundation (NBF) and Kashmir Institute of International Relations (KIIR) jointly organized the launching ceremony of “Universal Declaration of Human Rights & Kashmir” authored by Mr. Muhammad Yousaf Malik at Kashmir House, Islamabad.

The ceremony was graced by Ms. Nabila Ayub Khan, Minister for Kashmir Cause, Art & Languages, who attended as the Chief Guest. The event was further dignified by the presence of esteemed Guests of Honour including Dr. Kamran Jhangir, Managing Director of National Book Foundation; Mr. Masood Khan, Former President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir; Ms. Farzana Yaqoob, Advisor to the Prime Minister of AJK; Mr. Altaf Hussain Wani, Chairman of KIIR; and Mr. Ghulam Muhammad Safee, Convenor of All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC).

The event witnessed robust participation from high-profile dignitaries, human rights activists, civil administration officials, educationists, civil society representatives, students, and media personnel, all gathered to witness this significant academic and advocacy initiative.

During the proceedings, all keynote speakers addressed the audience on the Kashmir cause, emphasizing the urgency of international attention to the region. Author Muhammad Yousaf Malik presented a detailed briefing complemented by pictorial evidence and statistical data, specifically highlighting violations of various articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by Indian forces in the disputed territory.

The ceremony concluded with the formal unveiling and launching of the book. Participants widely appreciated this noble initiative as a vital contribution to the documentation of human rights violations and the ongoing struggle for justice in Kashmir.