Thousands Attend Funeral in a Show of Solidarity as Calls for Transparency Continue
RAWALAKOT, Azad Kashmir (The Azadi Times) — Funeral prayers for Shaheed Shahzaib Habib were offered in Rawalakot on Sunday, drawing a large gathering of mourners from across the region.
According to local sources, thousands of people, including community members, youth activists, social workers, and residents from different parts of Azad Kashmir, attended the funeral to pay their final respects. The atmosphere remained solemn as participants expressed grief over the loss and solidarity with the bereaved family.
Following the funeral prayers, Shahzaib Habib was laid to rest in his native area. Attendees described the gathering as a reflection of public concern and unity, with many emphasizing the importance of accountability and transparency regarding the circumstances surrounding his death.
Community members and civil society representatives present at the funeral reiterated calls for an impartial and transparent investigation. They stressed that all facts related to the incident should be established through an independent process and made available to the public.
The Azadi Times will continue to follow developments and update this story as further verified information and official statements become available.
Reporting Note: Information in this report is based on accounts from local sources and attendees. Further details will be added as they are independently verified
