External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar noted that people were made to forget about PoK, however, it is now back in the consciousness of the people of India.
Responding to China's attempt to build a road in a part of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir close to the Siachen Glacier, the MEA spokesperson reiterated India's stand on it.
The recent election held in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, has not brought any relief to the people of PoK despite huge promises. The on-ground reality for the people who had hoped for a better situation after the election grows worse As locals now face even higher inflation and persistent probl
The atmosphere in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir remained tense as locals voiced their frustrations towards the government and local administration, citing lack of essential amenities on Monday.
Ishtiyaq Ahmed said, "The educational infrastructure in PoK is in a serious condition, Despite having a budget of about PKR 25 billion for education, the standards of education in the area are deteriorating rapidly".
The Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) region has been facing several landslides and a flood-like situation in villages surrounding Muzaffarabad has made it difficult for them to commute during emergencies.
"Don't worry. PoK was, is and will remain ours," Rajnath Singh said, addressing a rally at West Bengal's Darjeeling on Sunday, where the BJP has renominated sitting MP Raju Bista.
Mirza alleged that Shazia, an orphan, was subjected to sexual harassment by DSP, Sardar Tariq Mehmood of Sidhnoti District, leading to her arrest under false charges of being abusive to local police after she refused the DSP's advances.