Liaqat Malik

Liaqat Malik is a prominent figure associated with the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), a group advocating for enhanced political rights and legislative representation in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The JAAC has been at the forefront of recent protests and demonstrations in the region. Malik's group is currently newsworthy due to the escalating tensions and violent clashes that occurred in the lead-up to a planned rally by the JAAC on June 9, 2026. Authorities banned the protest group under anti-terror laws, leading to a significant crackdown by security forces on supporters. These events resulted in at least 11 deaths and numerous injuries, highlighting the deep-seated grievances regarding governance and representation that Malik and the JAAC are addressing. The situation underscores the ongoing debate about the region's autonomy and the rights of its citizens, with Malik and the JAAC playing a central role in voicing these concerns.