The Pak Army has intensified its efforts to seize control of Khunjerab National Park in the Hunza district of Pak-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan. This development follows recent military takeovers of occupied-government rest houses under the pretext of promoting “green tourism.”
The military personnel have been conducting measurements of the national park for the past two days, signaling a potential large-scale takeover.
Located on the border with China, Khunjerab National Park has become a flashpoint for controversy. Nationalist groups from both POGB and Pak-occupied Kashmir, alongside civil society organizations and public action committees, have vocally opposed the military’s actions. Social media platforms are abuzz with campaigns condemning the military’s encroachment into the region.
The Pak Army’s control extends over both POGB and Muzaffarabad, which has fueled growing resentment towards the military presence in the area. These actions undermine local autonomy and contribute to escalating tensions in the region.