Government Bans Joint Awami Action Committee in Azad Kashmir

Updated: 7:39 PM PKT — June 6, 2026

Following a crackdown that saw 72 arrests, Azad Kashmir police announced they are closely monitoring social media platforms to curb the spread of inflammatory content. Authorities have warned that strict action will be taken against anyone attempting to disturb the peace or take the law into their own hands.

Police have also issued a public appeal, urging citizens to avoid rumors and incitement and to cooperate with law enforcement by reporting any suspicious activities to the nearest police station. Officials reiterated that subversion in the region will not be tolerated and that action against those who damage public property is ongoing.

Updated: 5:34 PM PKT — June 6, 2026

Following the government’s decision to ban the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), authorities in Azad Kashmir have launched a sweeping crackdown, arresting at least 72 individuals linked to the group. Officials reported the recovery of weapons, communication devices, and documents detailing protest strategies during searches. In a significant move to control the situation, internet services have been suspended across the region.

The crackdown follows a deadly clash in Rawalakot and comes as federal forces, including Rangers and the Frontier Corps, have been deployed to secure key installations. The JAAC had planned a major long march and strike for June 9 after negotiations with the government collapsed on May 30. The heightened security and arrests have led to public anxiety, with reports of residents stockpiling essential supplies.