Quetta: The Balochistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS) observed Kashmir Black Day on 27 October 2026 with a solidarity rally led by the university’s senior leadership, faculty members, staff, and students to express support for the people of Kashmir and reaffirm their right to self-determination.
The rally commenced at 10:00 AM from the Vice Chancellor’s Secretariat and proceeded towards the Orange Seminar Hall. The participation of the university community reflected BUITEMS’ commitment to raising awareness about the Kashmir issue and providing a platform for students and faculty to express solidarity with the Kashmiri people.
The rally was led by the Vice Chancellor, Engr. Prof. Khalid Hafeez, alongside the Pro Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Arbab Mirwais Kasi, and the Registrar, joined by deans, directors, chairpersons, faculty members, administrative staff, and students.
Through this observance, BUITEMS highlighted the importance of solidarity, awareness, and peaceful expression in drawing attention to the aspirations of the Kashmiri people. The event also provided an opportunity for the university community to reflect on the significance of the right to self-determination and the role of educational institutions in promoting awareness of important regional and international issues.
The participation of students and faculty underscored BUITEMS’ role not only as a centre of academic excellence but also as a platform for civic awareness, dialogue, and responsible engagement with issues of public importance.
BUITEMS reaffirmed its solidarity with the people of Kashmir and its support for their inalienable right to self-determination.
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