25 Jul 2022 | 08:11 PM UTC
Pakistan: Political activists to protest in Poonch District of Azad Jammu and Kashmir July 26-28
Political activists to stage protests in Poonch District, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan, July 26-28. Increased security likely.
Event
Political activists and organizations will stage protests in Poonch District, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, July 26-28. The purpose of the action is to condemn the proposed 15th constitutional amendment and Tourism Authority Bill. The Jammu and Kashmir People’s Party will protest in Rawalakot July 26-27. On July 28, the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front militant group will hold a protest in Rawalakot. Lawyers opposing the legislation will also conduct a strike. Specific details of the protest remain unclear. Possible protest sites include major roadways, public squares, and government buildings. Additional demonstrations may occur elsewhere in Poonch District and the surrounding areas. It remains unclear how many participants the demonstrations may attract.
Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor the protests and may disperse disruptive gatherings. Clashes between protesters are police possible. Localized transport disruptions could occur.
Advice
Avoid protests due to possible violence. If clashes break out, depart the area immediately and seek shelter in a secure, nongovernmental building. Follow instructions from security personnel.
