The separatists appealed to the people of Kashmir and Kashmiris living abroad to observe July 19 as ‘Black Day’. “Hurriyat leadership and Kashmiris are thankful to the government and people of Pakistan for their unflinching support for the freedom struggle of Kashmiris. “On 16th of July, the people are appealed to observe protests after Maghrib prayers and raise pro-freedom slogans of right to self determination,” the statement said. Furthermore, on July 18, the people of Kashmir will organise a freedom march on their respective district headquarters. “While continuing the protest strike on July 17, the people of the valley are asked to visit the families of recent martyrs and injured in order to pay tribute to their courageous roles in the ongoing freedom struggle of Kashmir,” it added.

Source: Hindustan Times July 16, 2016 04:18 UTC