ACTING under Section 12 of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Terrorism Act, 2014, the AJK Government has proscribed the Jammu & Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) on June 5, 2026. Justification for this apparently tough action revolves around prevention of anarchy vis-à-vis terrorism, incitement to violence and activities prejudicial to peace and security of the state.

The official notification states there are “reasonable grounds” to believe that the alliance has officially crossed the line into blatant terrorism. Authorities specifically cited a recent violent escalation where an activist linked to the movement opened fire on police personnel, injuring multiple officers. Few details are very disturbing!

Following subsequent police crackdowns, officials claimed recovery of weapons, communication gadgets and “suspicious documents” detailing organized plans........

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