Protests continue for the 22nd day in Rawalakot of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). The protesters are angry over governance, inflation, internet shutdown and shortage of essential commodities. Know why dissatisfaction against Islamabad is increasing.
Dissatisfaction against Islamabad seems to be increasing continuously in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). Thousands of people have been protesting in Rawalakot for the last 22 days. The protesters allege that the region has been facing poor governance, inflation, economic crisis and government neglect for a long time. Meanwhile, claims of internet services being shut down and supply of essential commodities being affected have also intensified the movement.
Protest continued on 22nd day
During the demonstration held at Idgah ground in Rawalakot, speakers criticized Pakistan’s policies. The protesters say that the problems of the people of the area have been continuously ignored and now they are raising their voice for their rights. According to the report, this movement started against the governance system, rising inflation, economic difficulties and alleged administrative neglect. Later, after the alleged ban on supply of essential commodities and internet shutdown, more people participated in it.
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Claim of internet shutdown also
The protesters allege that internet services have been affected since June 5, making it difficult for people to communicate and share information about the movement. However, there has been no official response from Pakistan on these claims.
Local leaders raised their voice
This movement is being led by local social activist Sardar Aman Khan and many regional leaders. According to reports, in his address he criticized Pakistan’s policies and said that if the basic needs of the people continue to be ignored, discontent in the region may increase further. It has come to light that a separate protest is continuing near the Line of Control (LoC) from June 9. During some demonstrations, statements were also made regarding increasing contacts with India, which could not be independently confirmed.
Demonstration of support abroad also
According to reports, some expatriate groups associated with Pakistan Occupied Kashmir have also demonstrated outside Pakistani embassies in various countries. Leaders associated with the movement say that they will continue the campaign for their political demands.
These ongoing protests in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir have once again raised questions on the political and administrative situation there. However, many claims related to the movement have not yet been independently confirmed. In such a situation, further official reactions to the developments and regional developments are being monitored.