Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) will establish a "grand" Kashmir peace jirga to facilitate dialogue between the government and the Jammu and Kashmir Awareness Council (JAAC) [1].
The move comes as the party seeks to prevent further instability in the region. By creating a formal mediation bridge, JI aims to resolve tensions and restore normalcy in Azad Jammu and Kashmir through structured political engagement [1].
The decision was finalized during a meeting of the party's central Majlis-i-Shura held on Sunday in Mansoorah, Lahore [1]. The party leadership believes that a collaborative approach is necessary to address the grievances of the JAAC and ensure the region does not slide further into unrest.
Hafiz Naeemur Rehman, the JI Emir, emphasized the urgency of the situation. He said that Pakistan cannot afford another internal conflict in AJK and urged the government to engage in meaningful dialogue [1].
The proposed jirga is intended to act as a neutral ground where representatives from the government and the JAAC can negotiate terms for stability. The party intends for this council to bridge the communication gap that has historically led to protests, and administrative deadlock in the territory [1].
By leveraging its political influence, JI hopes to steer the government toward a diplomatic resolution rather than a security-led approach. The party's focus remains on creating a sustainable peace framework that addresses the core issues raised by the regional council [1].
“Pakistan cannot afford another internal conflict in AJK”
The initiative by Jamaat-i-Islami reflects a strategic attempt by a political actor to fill a mediation vacuum between the Pakistani state and regional Kashmiri leadership. If the government accepts the jirga's role, it may signal a shift toward inclusive political negotiation; however, the success of the effort depends on whether the JAAC views the party as a credible intermediary capable of securing concrete concessions.
