"Human rights, culture, language, heritage being killed in PoK," says rights activist Arif Aajikia

Monday, 18 December 2023
Former MQM member and human rights activist, Arif Aajikia, sheds light on the erosion of cultural and linguistic aspects, as well as the lack of progress and prosperity in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Aajikia highlights the disparity between PoK and Jammu and Kashmir through social media, questioning why PoK lags behind. He also addresses the issues of load shedding, expensive electricity rates, and water scarcity in PoK. Aajikia raises concerns about the destruction of culture, lack of educational institutions and employment opportunities.

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