Pandi Killings: JKJAAC Demands International Probe, Slams PoJK PM
JKJAAC calls for a UN and international investigation into civilian deaths in Pandi, Bagh, challenging the PoJK Prime Minister's allegations.
The Jammu and Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC) has escalated its demands for accountability following the deaths of civilians in Pandi, Bagh. In a series of pointed statements shared on X, the committee has called for an independent international investigation into the Pandi killings international probe to uncover the truth behind the fatalities.
Challenge to the PoJK Prime Minister
Directly addressing the Prime Minister of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), the JKJAAC questioned the allegations the government had leveled against the organization. The committee argued that the Prime Minister's primary duty is to ensure justice and accountability rather than hurling political accusations without providing credible evidence.
The JKJAAC issued a bold challenge to the administration, stating that if the government has nothing to hide, it should immediately grant unrestricted access to the affected areas. The committee specifically demanded that the following entities be allowed to enter Pandi, Bagh, and surrounding regions:
- International media organizations
- Amnesty International
- Human Rights Watch
- United Nations human rights investigators
Demands for Transparency
The committee emphasized that an independent investigation is the only way to establish the facts. They called for investigators to physically examine the incident site, conduct interviews with witnesses, and properly document evidence to determine who was truly responsible for the civilian deaths.
"Justice requires evidence, transparency and accountability, not political accusations," the JKJAAC stated in their post.
The organization further pressed the government to reveal the material evidence supporting the accusations against the JKJAAC, insisting that those responsible for the deaths must be held accountable regardless of their affiliation or rank.
Global Support: Protests in the UK
Beyond the demands for a probe, the JKJAAC highlighted the growing international solidarity for their cause. They pointed to a significant protest demonstration held in Bradford, United Kingdom, in support of the Public Action Committee.
Bradford, often referred to as "Mini Mirpur" due to its large Kashmiri population, saw a massive turnout of men and women. A particularly noteworthy aspect of the rally was the active participation of third-generation British Kashmiris, signaling that the diaspora remains deeply connected to the developments in PoJK.
A Unified Movement
The JKJAAC claimed that the Public Action Committee has successfully united Kashmiris across a vast geography—from Bhimber to Taobat—as well as those living globally. According to the committee, this movement has fostered a shared identity and a common purpose among the community.
Expressing unwavering confidence in their goals, the JKJAAC concluded by stating that the "victory of truth" would be the ultimate result of their sentiments.