Muzaffarabad: The Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC) has blocked all major entry points to Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) after the government failed to respond to their demands by the December 6 deadline. According to The Azadi Times, the protests have intensified across the region as participants move to seal key access routes connecting AJK with Pakistan.
Key Entry Points Sealed
In the Mirpur region, protestors have blocked the Dhan Gali entry point, while in Muzaffarabad, the capital of AJK, the Bararkot entry point has been closed. Processions from Neelum Valley are also heading towards Muzaffarabad, while in Bagh, protestors are set to block the Kohala point—an essential route linking AJK and Pakistan. Similarly, Rawalakot demonstrators have marched to the Azad Pattan Bridge and shut it down.
Commitment to Peaceful Protest
The JKJAAC has declared that the protests will remain peaceful and will continue until their demands are addressed. Committee representatives stated that the government’s inaction compelled them to take this extreme step, aimed at drawing attention to the pressing issues faced by the people of AJK.
Impact on Daily Life
The closure of these vital routes has severely disrupted travel and daily activities for residents across Azad Kashmir. Commuters and businesses are facing significant challenges as the protests escalate.
What Are the Demands?
The demands of the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee include economic reforms, the provision of basic facilities, and the implementation of public welfare projects. The lack of a response from the government has heightened public frustration and unrest.
Protestors Stand Firm
Leaders of the committee have stated that the protests represent the voice of the people and that they will not retreat under any pressure. Blocking the entry points is a strategic move to pressurize the government into immediate action.
The Azadi Times will continue to provide updates on the ongoing protests and the government’s response.