Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is witnessing an intense shutdown strike and widespread protests as anger grows over the government’s failure to address the demands put forth by Joint Awami Action Committee. Demonstrations and rallies have erupted across the region, including in Mirpur, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad, signalling a united stand by the people for their rights.
In Muzaffarabad, the situation escalated dramatically when police reportedly opened fire on protesters, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuring more than 22 others. The tragic incident has further fuelled public outrage and hardened the resolve of the protest movement.
In Kotli, multiple rallies gathered at a central chowk, with protesters expressing frustration at political efforts to undermine the movement