Kashmir Awami Action Committee Leaders’ Passports Blocked, Bank Accounts Frozen amid Crackdown

MUZAFFARABAD – Government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir launched major operation against banned Jammu & Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee, placing 154 leaders and members on the Fourth Schedule and moving to freeze their CNICs, passports, and bank accounts. The action, taken under the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Terrorism Act 2014, follows recommendations from the Central Police Office and approval from the AJK Cabinet. Authorities say the move is aimed at dismantling the organizational and financial networks of individuals accused of involvement in violent activities. Officials revealed that the crackdown is expected to expand further, with more than 400 members and activists of the banned organization being considered for inclusion on the Fourth Schedule. Those listed will face strict surveillance, restrictions on financial transactions, and limitations on travel documentation. Law-enforcement agencies including NADRA, FIA, NACTA, and the State Bank of Pakistan have reportedly been directed to enforce the measures immediately. According to official statements, recent unrest linked to the banned group resulted in the deaths of four law-enforcement personnel and injuries to 89 others. Authorities also alleged incidents of vandalism at CMH Rawalakot, attacks on patients, and direct armed confrontations with security forces. Police claim that an armored personnel carrier (APC) came under heavy fire, with investigators finding approximately 30 bullet impacts on the vehicle and two tires damaged by gunfire. Security forces intensified operations across the region. Police say that between June 6 and June 14, 2026, authorities registered 81 criminal cases and arrested 425 suspects allegedly linked to the banned organization. Officials further reported the recovery of 15 illegal automatic weapons, ammunition, iron knuckles, walkie-talkie communication devices, and other sensitive equipment during raids and arrests. The individuals targeted by the latest action reportedly be