Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee

The Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) is an organization advocating for the rights and economic well-being of residents in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. They have recently gained prominence due to their role in organizing widespread protests that began in June. These demonstrations, demanding reduced electricity prices and increased subsidies, have led to significant unrest and clashes with security forces. The situation escalated with reports of at least 31 deaths since the protests started, prompting calls for independent investigations from international bodies like the UN Human Rights Chief. The JAAC's current newsworthiness stems from these ongoing protests, the resulting casualties, and the international attention they have drawn to the region's socio-economic grievances and governance issues.