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President Zardari and PM Sharif Intervene to Quell Unrest in AJK Amid Economic Protests

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By Web Desk Published May 13, 2024 2 Min Read
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On Sunday, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif intervened to calm rising tensions in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), sparked by protests against the regional government’s unmet economic promises. Clashes on Saturday led to a police fatality and numerous injuries. Since Friday, a widespread strike has crippled AJK.

Read: Paiya Jam Harta in Azad Kashmir Prompt Security Measures and Service Suspensions

Azad Jammu & Kashmir in Protests

The JAAC with traders is protesting in AJK seeking provision of electricity as per hydropower generation cost in AJK, subsidised wheat flour, and an end to the privileges of the elite class.#Kashmir
https://t.co/YLagZJoIcA

— NewsUp Global (@NewsUpGlobal) May 12, 2024

President Zardari called for restraint and dialogue. He stressed the importance of responsible action across AJK to prevent external exploitation of the situation. Mourning the police casualty, he insisted on lawful redress for the AJK populace’s grievances.

Prime Minister Sharif also spoke and advocated for non-violent resolution methods. He criticized those causing damage during protests, highlighting the dangers of chaos being used for political gain. Additionally, he directed PML-N leaders in AJK to collaborate with the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), which demands economic concessions.

Called on President of Pakistan 🇵🇰 @AAliZardari, The delegation of the members of the Azad Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly belonging to PPPP at Aiwan-e-Sadr. pic.twitter.com/WQVQwumGto

— Raza Dharejo PPP (Official) (@RazaDharijo) May 12, 2024

A strategic meeting involving key officials is scheduled for today to address the protest and discuss the JAAC’s demands, which include lower electricity costs and subsidized flour.

In December 2023, the JAAC reached a preliminary agreement with the government, which later stalled, prompting their current actions. Arrests last week intensified the crisis, with police using force against demonstrators.

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