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Two killed, 22 injured in violent protests in PoK

Muzzaffarabad: Violent protests escalated in Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as clashes broke out during a march against the Pakistani government led by the Awami Action Committee (AAC). Two people were killed and 22 others injured, according to sources.

The Pakistan Army reportedly opened fire on civilians demanding basic rights, creating chaos on the streets. Markets, shops, and transport services have remained closed in PoK for the past 24 hours.

The protesters have submitted 38 demands, including the abolition of 12 assembly seats reserved for Kashmiri refugees.