Amjad Ayub Mirza, a prominent activist from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), has issued a strong warning about the rising influence of jihadi groups and the growing jihadi culture in the region. He cautioned that these groups, with the backing of certain political figures, may tar
Amjad Ayub Mirza condemns PoJK Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq's recent call for jihad, warning it could derail the region's fight for social justice. The controversial rhetoric has raised concerns about the growing influence of jihadi elements in the region.
According to the reports by Dawn, this warning came during a meeting of the Jammu Kashmir Joint Action Committee's (JKJAAC) core panel, held in Chakswari, Mirpur district on Monday. The committee discussed several important matters and made key decisions during the meeting.
The prolonged lack of rainfall in the region has left locals facing an increasingly dire situation, forcing them to travel long distances to fetch water. Women in the area, in particular, have been shouldering the burden, carrying heavy containers of water on their heads from miles away.
His remarks come in response to the continued establishment of military and naval installations in several key areas, including Pir Chinasi (Muzaffarabad), Ganga Choti (District Bagh), Las Danna (District Bagh), Toli Pir (District Poonch), and most recently, near Banjosa (Rawalakot).
A crucial road project in Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK) has been left incomplete for 35 years, leaving four villages isolated. Locals accuse elected officials of neglect, and the road's completion could transform the lives of 6,000 to 7,000 people in the region. Infrastructure
Sensing growing public resentment amid a shutter-down strike and massive demonstrations, President Barrister Sultan Mahmood announced withdrawal of the ordinance and government officials held formal negotiations, resulting in a written agreement.
Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) President Sultan Mehmood Chaudhry on Saturday directed the PoJK government to revoke the controversial presidential ordinance that had sparked widespread protests across the region.
Speaking out against the government's actions, Mir accused Pakistani politicians of neglecting the basic needs of the people for decades, pointing out the stark contrast between their lavish lifestyles and the struggles faced by ordinary citizens.
The demonstrators, waving flags and holding placards, rallied in solidarity with the AAC, which has been advocating for the rights of the people in PoJK.
A partial strike was observed on Friday. While private transport was scarce, public transport was suspended on major routes, and many shops remained closed.
A ministerial team began preliminary talks with the core committee of the JKJAAC in Muzaffarabad late Thursday, after a widespread wheel-jam and shutter-down strike across the region. However, no substantial progress was achieved, prompting the civil society coalition to urge the public t