Unrest surges in city as protests escalate in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir
by Komal KashyapIn northern India’s Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK), a wave of demonstrators from various corners of the region has gathered, signaling a significant rise in ongoing tensions.
The incident took place in Muzaffarabad on May 13.
Despite Pakistan’s attempts to quell the growing movement, visuals showed the streets are now flooded with protests demanding freedom, their voices echoing with chants of “Azadi” (freedom).
The scene depicts a deepening state of civil unrest, with the specter of a potential conflict looming over the region. The Long March, emblematic of resistance against Pakistani rule, has mobilized the masses, underscoring a fervent desire for autonomy among the people of POK.
As the situation escalates, observers caution against the risk of a destabilizing civil conflict in the area. The reverberations of discontent extend beyond borders, drawing attention to the intricate geopolitical complexities shaping events in the region.