Sardar Qayyum remembered on his 11th death anniversary at APHC-AJK event
Islamabad: Speakers paid rich tributes to former Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Sardar Abdul Qayyum Khan on his 11th death anniversary, remembering him as a towering political figure and an unwavering advocate of Kashmir’s freedom movement.
According to Kashmir Media Service, All Parties Hurriyat Conference-Azad Jammu and Kashmir (APHC-AJK) chapter and Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Cell (JKLC) held a commemorative event in Islamabad today, which was attended by senior political and Hurriyat leaders, intellectuals, and civil society members.
The speakers, paying rich tributes to Sardar Abdul Qayyum Khan, recalled his distinguished political and social contributions and hailed him as a multifaceted statesman whose legacy continues to inspire generations of Kashmiris. They said his unyielding commitment to the Kashmir cause, democratic ideals, and public welfare earned him deep respect across party lines.
Apart from his peerless contribution in strengthening democracy and democratic institutions in the region, his role in promoting culture of tolerance and fair play in politics serves as a guiding principle towards a vibrant, more thoughtful and pluralistic society, the speakers said.
They described him as a visionary and principled leader, whose wisdom and foresight transcended the challenges of his time. “He was a thinker, a dynamic and visionary politician blessed with vision that transcends the present state of affairs”.
Despite the passage of a decade since his demise, the speakers said Sardar Abdul Qayyum Khan’s absence continues to be deeply felt, particularly in political and diplomatic circles.
The speakers included APHC-AJK Convener Ghulam Muhammad Safi, APHC-AJK senior leader Muhammad Farooq Rehmani, Mehmood Ahmed Saghar, Altaf Hussain Wani, Mir Tahir Masood, Director of the Kashmir Liberation Cell Raja Afsar Khan, Muslim Conference Abid Raza, Pirzada Afsar, Dawud Khan, Bashir Usmani and others.
