In Azad Jammu and Kashmir, the people are expressing resentment over the protest by banned Awami Action Committee, terming it harmful for tourism and economy.

People in Neelum Valley and other tourist destinations have said that repeated strikes and protest activities have severely affected tourism and the local economy.

People associated with hotels, guest houses and tourism-related businesses maintained that the prevailing uncertainty has caused them significant financial losses. They urged the government to take effective measures to maintain law and order and restore economic activity in the region.