Unrest in AJK Update and Discussion

[Waz]

Makes no sense to fire at your own people, these are seriously bad optics and many simply might not know they are tear gas shells.

True and people won't know.
The situation has gone from calm to now explosive.

 

[Dalit]

Rangers deployed in Muzaffarabad, as tensions escalate, strike persists in AJK​

The shutter down and wheel-jam strike in Azad Jammu and Kashmir persists for the fourth consecutive day, paralysing daily life in the region. Markets remain closed, public transport is suspended, and government offices as well as educational institutions remain shut.

Compounding the situation, internet services have been suspended, exacerbating communication challenges for residents. March participants from different areas are gathering at Dhirkot, from where they will proceed towards Muzaffarabad, said a leader of the joint action committee.

Rangers deployed​

A contingent of Rangers has also entered the precincts of the capital, Muzaffarabad, to control any emergency situation. The Rangers convoy entered Muzaffarabad via Garhi Habibullah, while the protesters pelted them with stones at Shoran. In response, the police started shelling to disperse them.

Also Read: Local holiday announced in Muzaffarabad

Angry protesters have blocked Abbottabad Road at various places, as Rangers vehicles were diverted back towards Bararkot after the riot.

Contacts resume​

Meanwhile, the Awami Joint Action Committee has said that their contacts with the government had been restored, adding that they were holding negotiations over the phone. Committee leader Shaukat Nawaz Mir said the government should issue a notification to approve their three demands.

He further said processions of protesters were gathering at Dhirkot from where they would march towards Muzaffarabad.

Read more: AJK Police Addl. SHO Adnan Qureshi killed as protest turns violent

On the other hand, the protest leaders arrested in Bhimbar, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, for initiating the long march have been released. Tahir Iqbal, the action committee leader in Samahni, was released late on Sunday night, while the other arrested leaders were expected to be released on Monday.

Also Read: AJK govt, Joint Action Committee reach successful negotiations

Internet service continues to be suspended in Bhimbar district due to which people are facing difficulties in communication. All business centres and traffic flow have returned to normal in Bhimbar, Barnala and Samahani.

PM convenes meeting​

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is chairing a special meeting on the current situation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. AJK Prime Minister Chaudhry Anwarul Haq, the National Assembly speaker, the speaker of the AJK Legislative Assembly, and former AJK premier Raja Farooq Haider Khan are among the participants of the meeting.

PM Sharif is receiving a detailed briefing on the situation in Azad Kashmir.

The ongoing strike is emblematic of simmering tensions in the region, as thousands of people have embarked on a long march from Rawalakot towards Muzaffarabad. The march, initiated by leaders of the Awami Joint Action Committee, resumed after negotiations with the government reached a deadlock on Sunday. The protesters spent the night at Dhirkot and other locations before resuming their journey towards Muzaffarabad.

Also Read: PM Shehbaz urges AJK stakeholders to reach peaceful solution

Authorities responded by deploying police forces to prevent the march, with Punjab Rangers stood by as a backup measure. Despite the heightened tensions, the situation in Muzaffarabad remains relatively peaceful on Monday. However, the city's markets remain shuttered, public and private educational institutions are closed, and internet services remain suspended, in accordance with a notification issued the previous night.

There are also reports of announcements being made from mosques in Poonch and Bagh areas, urging residents to join the march towards Muzaffarabad.

Rangers deployed in Muzaffarabad, as tensions escalate, strike persists in AJK

Stay informed with the latest developments in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, where a shutter down and wheel-jam strike enters its fourth day, disrupting daily life. Learn about ongoing negotiations between the government and protest leaders amidst escalating tensions.

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I can see this escalating.

 

[Dalit]

Fascinating. Indians seem to be more fascinated and transfixed on events in Pakistan more than Pakistanis.
Bless them for their concerns…..

The Indians are obviously licking their fingers and hoping for a big conflict. Makes sense from their position.

I think that PPP and PML-N have the potential of completely destroying peace and calm in AJK. Just keep watching.

 

[Waz]

Fascinating. Indians seem to be more fascinated and transfixed on events in Pakistan more than Pakistanis.
Bless them for their concerns…..

Sadly it's the case.
But that being said what's going on now is looking worst case scenario. Live firing has claimed injured people from rangers.

 

[hussain0216]

Situation is quite opposite now.
Record no of tourist.
New investment and development
Improvement in law and order.
Stone pelting reduce to almost zero.

How is the situation opposite when India is a communal hate fest if enmity, worse then ever?

 

[TheChooChooTrain]

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Looks like a wound from a tear gas shell, a real bullet would have caused a more serious injury to his body I think. Either way "Goli lagi hai" is what you hear. Maybe gun experts here can tell the difference.

@RescueRanger

If the government gave into the demands, then why are these protests on going ?

 

[Waz]

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These dumb bastards have become very accustomed to brute force. They can't take any criticism. We saw it before against PTI and Imran Khan. It is never their fault. Now we are witnessing it again. These fvckers are playing with fire.

 

[Waz]

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Looks like a wound from a tear gas shell, a real bullet would have caused a more serious injury to his body I think. Either way "Goli lagi hai" is what you hear. Maybe gun experts here can tell the difference.

@RescueRanger

If the government gave into the demands, then why are these protests on going ?

It's hard to tell as he is being covered and moved around.

 

[Waz]

These dumb bastards have become very accustomed to brute force. They can't take any criticism. We saw it before against PTI and Imran Khan. Now we are witnessing it again. These fvckers are playing with fire.

Bro this time round it will be war if they choose to use more force. These people are insane.
My guess is the army will step in very soon if an agreement is not reached.
Things look very bad.

 

[JaneBhiDoYaaron]

Fascinating. Indians seem to be more fascinated and transfixed on events in Pakistan more than Pakistanis.
Bless them for their concerns…..

Why not? It is disputed territory and India and Pakistan fought wars over this so this is very important event just like removal of article 370 or removal of Imrankhan. Significant events in both countries are important no matter which nation you like.

 

[tman786]

Asim Munir blood lust wasn't going to be satisfied by talks. Seems that it was a cover for today's unjustified attack on citizens.

 

[hussain0216]

Why not? It is disputed territory and India and Pakistan fought wars over this so this is very important event just like removal of article 370 or removal of Imrankhan. Significant events in both countries are important no matter which nation you like.

Nothing disputed about it, the whole point of partition was so Muslim areas could seperate from a India with a Hindu majority

 

[TheChooChooTrain]

Fascinating. Indians seem to be more fascinated and transfixed on events in Pakistan more than Pakistanis.
Bless them for their concerns…..

This has been brewing from February this year, there were massive massive protests back then too. There was barely a talk of it in PDF. I guess the censorship is working better than expected.

 

[Dalit]

Asim Munir blood lust wasn't going to be satisfied by talks. Seems that it was a cover for today's unjustified attack on citizens.

These generals belong to a terrible lineage. Anything that comes after Bajwa is pure treachery. Don't have any expectations. These are generals that have absolutely made a pact with the Americans to completely surrender in every shape and form. Every action reeks with conspiracy and stupidity. What you are seeing is conflict after conflict. These people are hell bent on destruction and instability. It is all by design.