Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) on Monday witnessed an intense shutdown strike and widespread protests as anger grows over the government's failure to address demands raised by the Joint Awami Action Committee. Demonstrations and rallies erupted across the region, including in Mirpur, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad areas. In Muzaffarabad, the situation escalated dramatically when police reportedly opened fire on protesters, resulting in the deaths of two people and injuries to more than 22 others. The incident has further fueled public outrage and hardened the resolve of the movement.

What happened in PoK today?

In Kotli, there was a gathering at a central chowk, with protesters expressing frustration at political efforts to undermine the movement. One participant said, "The sitting MNA of Kotl

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