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Gilgit-Baltistan, July 25: Decades of misrule by the Pakistani establishment in Gilgit-Baltistan region has left almost every sector in shambles. Tourism to healthcare to education, every sector in this mountainous region. Years have passed, but the dreary educational situation of the region remains unchanged. Repeated pleas for intervention by the locals have fallen on deaf ears.

Gilgit-Baltistan, July 11 : While governments around the world are deliberating action on climate change to save the environment, the region of Gilgit-Baltistan stands on the verge of losing all its natural resources due to the indifferent attitude of the Pakistan establishment.

Gilgit Baltistan, July 04: Decades ago, Pakistan forcefully occupied parts of Jammu and Kashmir and ever since, people in these occupied territories have lived a miserable life. Their tales of horrors can give goose bumps to anyone. They have been denied fundamental human rights and treated as second class citizens and then there are enforced disappearances, torture, and extra-judicial killings.

Gilgit Baltistan, June 20, 2017: - Spiraling suicide rates are a phenomenon posing a challenge to countries across the world. In Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan, too, suicide rates remain high. It has become a leading public health concern in the region where thousands are choosing to end their lives while the government does nothing.

Gilgit Baltistan, June 20, 2017: - Spiraling suicide rates are a phenomenon posing a challenge to countries across the world. In Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan, too, suicide rates remain high. It has become a leading public health concern in the region where thousands are choosing to end their lives while the government does nothing.

Gilgit-Baltistan, June 13: People living in Gilgit-Baltistan have been subjected to exploitation by the corrupt administration. Repeated pleas by the locals have often fallen on deaf ears. The same story is witnessed every now and then in the region but their rulers hardly pays any heed to it.

Gilgit, June 06, 2017: - The dilapidated road of Gilgit-Baltistan has become a major concern for the people. On one hand people are dying due to poor roads while the rest are losing out their livelihood as poor roads and infrastructure discourage tourists from visiting the region. The Pakistan government sits like a lame duck while people suffer.

PoK, May 30, 2017:- The Leaders of a Kashmir party in Pakistan-administered Kashmir recently held a demonstration to show solidarity with the people of Gilgit Baltistan, against atrocities inflicted on them by Pakistan. They also demanded the release of prominent human rights defender and political activist.

Gilgit (Baltistan), May 25 : - Beautiful Mountains, mind-boggling snow-covered peaks and rich traditional culture define the Gilgit-Baltistan region which was forcefully occupied by Pakistan decades ago. The region possesses such natural beauties which can attract tourists from around the world, but ironically that has not happened yet. As a part of evil propaganda, the Pakistan government and its all powerful army have denied any development work in the region, thus, pushing the region into darkness.

Gilgit-Baltistan, May 09: - Freedom of press denotes an atmosphere in which media-professionals can work for what is true and report facts without any fear or threat; freedom of the press is an important precondition for a free society. However, when we talk about Gilgit-Baltistan, things are exactly the opposite. Forget about reporting the facts, the young journalism pass-out students have no jobs and they wander for their livelihood.

Gilgit-Baltistan, May 02: People living in Gilgit-Baltistan have subjected to repeated exploitation by the corrupt administration. Repeated pleas by the locals have often fallen on deaf ears. A political activist who has been fighting for their rights has more to say on this.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Apr 25: What could be worse for a state when its people suffer the wrath of the corrupt government for their legitimate demands? The same story is witnessed every now and then in Gilgit-Baltistan where general public suffers, but their rulers hardly pays any heed to it.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Apr 11: The countries around the world rush for technological superiority. Geographical boundaries are getting blurred due to ever rising internet connections and speed. But, in Gilgit-Baltistan all these seem to be a myth for a common man. Believe it or not, even after decades of illegal occupation by Pakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan still cries for internet connections. Some blame it for severe power crisis in the region while others squarely put the entire blame on the lack of interest on the part of Pakistan government.

Gilgit-Baltistan, April 06, 2017: - The pathetic medical sector is plaguing Gilgit-Baltistan terribly. People believe in dying rather than falling ill as there are no means of even basic medical care in the region and those who still try to seek treatment have to travel thousands of kilometers to Islamabad.

Gilgit'Baltistan, Mar 28: 'Gilgit'Baltistan has a rich cultural heritage and tradition. But to the dismay of many, it has been left to decay by the successive governments in Islamabad. The centuries old traditions of Gilgit'Baltistan region are dying a slow death courtesy the lackadaisical attitude of the Pakistan government attitude.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Mar 21, 2017: Corruption, unemployment and poor educational infrastructure have marred the Gilgit-Baltistan region. Decades have passed but the dreary educational situation of the region remains unchanged. Repeated pleas for intervention by the locals have fallen on deaf ears.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Mar 07, 2017:- CPEC is being touted as a 'game changer' for pakistan and china by the leaders, the people of PoK and Gilgit Baltistan claim the project is another attempt to make them slaves. the project brings no industry and fails to create jobs for the locals.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Feb 28: The poor standard of living in Gilgit-Baltistan is well known around the world. The decades-long illegal occupation by the Pakistan government has pushed the entire region into poverty. The dastardly acts of the Pakistani establishment have only added misery to the lives of the people. Be it human development index, infrastructure development or employment, the region lags behind on all accounts. But that hardly matters to those sitting in power.

Gilgit-Baltistan, February 14, 2017: - Corruption, unemployment and pathetic medical care facilities have marred the Gilgit-Baltistan region. Decades have passed but this dreary situation has not changed. People are now accustomed to the lax attitude of the establishment which has never paid any heed to the needs of the locals.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Jan 27: People living in Gilgit-Baltistan face double whammy mainly due to laxity of the corrupt administration. On one hand the people are experiencing biting cold and on the other hand there is no electricity or gas to cook food. As a result, forests are being cut indiscriminately thus leaving the already fragile ecology on a brink.

Gilgit Baltistan, November 29, 2016: Corruption, unemployment, poor medical care have marred the Gilgit-Baltistan region. Decades have passed but the situation remains unchanged. People are now accustomed to the apathetic attitude of the establishment. Repeated pleas for intervention by the residents have fallen on deaf ears.

Gilgit Baltistan, Nov 15, 2016:- Winter is knocking at the door of gilgit-baltistan with thick snow, frozen rivers and temperatures as low as -15 degrees celsius. However, the region, surrounded by three mighty mountain ranges, is staring at a season of discontent amid a severe power shortage. The irony is that even after contributing hugely to the China Pakistan economic corridor (CPEC) power project, its share in the supply chain is negligible. repeated power outages render heating devices useless, leaving the residents at the mercy of the weather.

Gilgit Baltistan, Nov 08: Governments around the world develop their tourist spots for revenue and employment generation. However, in Gilgit-Baltistan - occupied by pakistan decades ago - it is a different story. Despite Gilgit-Baltistan being home to some of the most stunning tourist sites the government shows no inclination of developing them.

Geneva / Muzaffarabad, Oct 11: Even though Pakistan has been projecting itself as a supporter of the people in Kashmir on international platforms, it has been suppressing the rights of those living in the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and the Gilgit-Baltistan region. It is due to the lackadaisical attitude of Islamabad that the region lacks basic amenities. Health, education and other sectors are in shambles. A political leader from the region has blamed Islamabad for exploiting their resources and making the life of the locals miserable.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Oct 05: Gilgit-Baltistan is experiencing acute power shortages. Load shedding and power breakdowns are routine and result in disruption of businesses, educational institutions and other health facilities. Students face the brunt particularly as their studies are affected badly. The existing power plants and their capacity of power generation are on the decline and the shortfall is widening. The local administration has consistently failed in delivering up to the promises. And due to government’s lack of interest, the region’s resources have not been optimally utilized. Adding to this, none of the power projects of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor has been announced for the region.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Sep 27: Access to basic amenities is difficult to find in the inhospitable mountainous region of Gilgit Baltistan. Lack of healthcare facilities adds to the woes of the people in the region. People cry that even after decade's long occupation the region still lacks evens the basic facility.

Gilgit Baltistan, Sep 20, 2016: The outrage shows the plight of the journalists. It seems the freedom of speech and expression holds no value in this occupied territory of Gilgit-Baltistan.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Sep13: Taxes are a way of generating revenue for various government projects. Paying taxes also makes the citizens involved in the development process. However, the people of Gilgit Baltistan are forced to pay heavy taxes to the administration, which turns a blind eye to their needs. The same grim situation has continued for years. Despite collecting taxes according to its own will, Islamabad has failed miserably in generating employment, providing infrastructure or containing inflation. Locals are demanding that all illegal taxes be immediately called off and Gilgit-Baltistan be made a tax-free zone.

Gilgit Baltistan, Sep 06: Known as the last colony of Asia, Gilgit Baltistan has countless concerns that remain unattended. In this Pakistan Occupied Territory only 57 per cent girls attend primary school compared to 78 per cent of boys. Diamer district has only 12 private schools and interestingly there is no single private school for girls and the ratio of education is very poor.

West Yorkshire, U.K., Aug 23, 2016:- Kashmiri leaders, activists and nationalists staged a protest in United Kingdom's West Yorkshire city to highlight the human rights violations being carried out by Islamabad in Gilgit-Baltistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Aug 16: The anger and resentment continue in Gilgit-Baltistan against the excesses committed by Pakistani security forces and exploitation of resources of the region by the federal government. In Gilgit, hundreds of people hit the streets to oppose the 46 billion us dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor project and accused Islamabad of exploiting resources of their region for economic interests. The people of Gilgit, who are the real stakeholders, are angry as they were not consulted.

Mirpur (PoK), Aug 09, 2016: The independent leadership in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Gilgit, led by the united Kashmir people's national party (UKPNP), have strongly rejected moves by Pakistan to establish military courts in the region in order to further suppress the local population. in a conference titled "national action plan and freedom of expression in pok and gilgit baltistan" held recently in Mirpur city of pok, Kashmiri leaders vehemently rejected the draconian law.

Gilgit Baltistan, Aug 02: Anger is mounting high in Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmiri (PoK) over both Pakistan and China exploiting their resources in a reckless manner for selfish economic gain. The residents are strongly opposing the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as it has failed to provide any tangible benefits for them.

Gilgit Baltistan, June 21: The youth of Gilgit-Baltistan are no stranger to dissatisfaction, lack of facilities and negligible opportunities: a pessimistic and unhelpful establishment has contributed to killing their aspirations. At a time when the young generation is changing the face of the globe, the youth of Gilgit-Baltistan are having to face hardships every day. Their demands are hardly met. They do not get proper educational facilities. A chain of corrupt officials forces them to move outside of the region to earn a livelihood.

Gilgit Baltistan, June 07: Gilgit-Baltistan has abundant natural resources but these are exploited recklessly in the name of economic prosperity. Even the much celebrated China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has failed to bring any economic development in the region. Pakistan, which suffers huge power crisis, draws its electricity mostly from the Gilgit Baltistan region. Surprisingly, no hydropower project has been identified in the region for funding under CPEC.

Birmingham (UK), May 31:- Kashmiri leaders and parties have often raised their voice in support of the cause of the people living in disputed territories of Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). A conference was held recently by Jammu Kashmir International People's Alliance (JKIPA) in Birmingham to discuss the impact of China Pakistan Economic Corridor or CPEC and the plight of the people living in the disputed territories of Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan administered Kashmir.

Gilgit Baltistan, May 10: People in Gilgit Baltistan continue to suffer due to government’s apathy and lack of governance since the region was illegally occupied by Pakistan. Locals feel completely alienated from the ruling class, as successive governments have failed to live up to promises made to the people. The Gilgit-Baltistan area in Pakistan covers an area of 85,793 sq km. It is neither independent nor has a provincial status and the beleaguered people living in the region still lack basic facilities even after decades long illegal occupation. Their woes get multiplied as the elected representatives act as pawns in the hands of the Pakistan government. Hardly any attention is paid to the problems of the locals. Rather, these representatives are busy working for their personal gains. Pakistan earns billions in revenue from Gilgit-Baltistan annually from trade and transit, water resource exploitation, mineral exploration and direct and indirect federal taxes. Yet much of the revenue ends up in coffers in Islamabad. The lack of constitutional rights, autonomy and accountable governance challenges the educational efforts and sustainable growth of Gilgit-Baltistan region.

Gilgit Baltistan, May 03: Gilgit Baltistan is on the boil again. The decision of Pakistani government to impose fresh taxes has caused disappointment among the people who say it will only add to their sufferings. Miffed at their demands not being heard by authorities, the imposition of taxes has only added to their woes. Local leaders and activists are now planning a massive protest against the government decision. Locals have always accused Pakistan of treating Gilgit-Baltistan as its colony. The people are subjected to harsh laws and those who try to raise their voice against the oppression are dealt with high handedness. Locals also allege that the China Pakistan Economic Corridor will not benefit the local population of the region. The region suffers from power crisis but still no CPEC power project has been announced for Gilgit Baltistan region. Gilgit-Baltistan was illegally occupied by Pakistan in 1947. In an effort to provide legal cover to the multi-billion dollar Chinese investment, the Pakistan government is even considering to elevate the constitutional status of Gilgit-Baltistan.

Gilgit-Baltistan, Apr 12: People living in Gilgit-Baltistan face severe challenges to protect their own rights. Political activists accuse the Pakistan government of trampling upon the state subject laws and subsequently changing the demography of the region. Political leaders of Gilgit not only face life threats but are also discouraged to raise any issue related to human rights. Wajahat Hasan and his brother, Col. (Retd) Nadir Hasan, are victims of police brutality. Wajahat now lives in exile because of life threats. Over the years, Gilgit-Baltistan has suffered due to Pakistan government’s unconcerned behavior. Various laws imposed by the Pakistan government targets rights activists and political leaders. Wazahat feel that Pakistan’s intention to make Gilgit-Baltistan its fifth province is practically impossible. Gilgit-Baltistan not only faces Pakistan government’s apathy but also its natural resources are being plundered by foreign players after the signing of the China-Pakistan economic corridor pact.

Ganeva, Mar 15: Exiled leaders from Pakistan of Kashmir (PoK) and Gilgit- Baltistan have blamed Pakistan for sheltering terrorists and using the territory as launching pad for terror activities. “On one side Pakistan says it is fighting a war against terrorism, but on other side LeT terrorists are roaming freely and extremists are rallying every day. Meanwhile, Jaish-e-Mohammad is operating, Jihad Council, the outfit which has claimed the Pathankot attack, these are all benefitted by the state,” Shaukat Ali Kashmiri, Secretary General of United Kashmir People’s National Party (UKPNP). “There are certain Talibani leaders who have the backing of the Pakistan government, so, this is not the right way to fight against terrorism that you adopt the policy of pick and choose, he added. “In our region (PoK), the terrorist infrastructure is still intact and we always say that this region has been used as a launching pad for the terror activities. I firmly believe that terrorists will not make Kashmir free,” he further said. They were speaking at an event of “Human Rights and Terrorism” on the sidelines of the ongoing 31st Session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. The activists further voiced their dissent for the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) and blamed Pakistan for using the law against secular, civil society activists and nationalist political workers who have been struggling for their fundamental human rights.

Gilgit Baltistan, Mar 08: Access to health care is a basic human right, but people of Gilgit Baltistan have been deprived of it for several decades. The government hospitals in the region make a mockery of the health care as basic machinery and medical professionals are missing. It has been 68 years since Pakistan occupied the region forcibly against the will of the people. And successive governments continue to pay lip service to the health care, forcing people to opt for costly private treatment. Ironically, not many people can afford private treatment, risking their lives. If poor medical services are not enough, the region is grappling with a severe shortage of potable water. As a result, people are battling several waterborne diseases. In the absence of an effective sewage system and treatment plants, waste is directly emptied into surface water bodies from where the drinking water is sourced, leading to severe water contamination. Today, when other countries are improving the health sector by introducing latest technologies, people of Gilgit Baltistan lack basic medical facilities because of the negligence of authorities in the region. The people of Gilgit Baltistan continue to suffer due to the inability of the government to develop medical infrastructure of the region.

Gilgit Baltistan, Dec 29: Rising unemployment has become a major concern for educated youth in Gilgit Baltistan. The lack of job opportunities and low standards of education have made it difficult for them to secure jobs. Despite being rich in natural resources, Gilgit Baltistan has not done very well in realising its economic potential. In the absence of industries, there are not enough jobs on offer. The people of Gilgit Baltistan blame the administration for failing to come out with effective policies for the welfare of locals. Not much has been done to promote tourism and farming sectors in the region. Pakistan has built many dams in Gilgit Baltistan to exploit abundant water resources and generate electricity for its provinces. However, the people in Gilgit Baltistan are forced to live in darkness. With no government help reaching the public, the people have no option but to accept their fate.

Gilgit Baltistan, Dec 22: The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, a mega project passing through the disputed Gilgit Baltistan region has sparked off an outcry by Kashmiris. The USD 46 billion mega project involves the construction of roads, railway network, power plants, industrial parks and much more. A 15-year plan, CPEC, will be completed in four phases. It will link China's Xinjiang region with Pakistan's Gwadar Port. However, the indigenous people of Gilgit-Baltistan, a part of the erstwhile princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, are raising their voice against the project. Kashmiri nationalists, who are opposing the CPEC project, are outraged by the comments of Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif who said that any attempt to obstruct the project will be thwarted. Pakistan has been treating Gilgit Baltistan as its colony. The people of the region have been in a constant constitutional vacuum for over 65 years, as they have neither representation in the parliament of Pakistan nor any “constitutionally mandated” local assembly. They cannot raise their voice in national assembly and senate for economic, political and civil stability. The people of Gilgit Baltistan believe that the CPEC is a new and deliberate attempt to change the demographics of the region. Gilgit Baltistan has an abundance of water resources, minerals worth billions of dollars and an ocean of undiscovered tourism potential. The two million people living in Gilgit Baltistan are distressed by the CPEC.

Gilgit Baltistan, December 15, 2015: People of Gilgit Baltistan have been badly hit by the harsh winters. With no government help, especially after the October 26 earthquake, the residents brace up for the extreme weather conditions. A children's group, sitting in the open over the snow, is enjoying eating snacks. It is for the first time an NGO- Alamgir Welfare Trust International has reached the far-flung district of Ghizer in Gilgit Baltistan after the October 26 earthquake, distributing food packs and blankets. However, the woes of the locals will not end with this little relief measure - the food packets will not last long and blankets will not help them to face the chill in the harsh climatic conditions that have engulfed the region. Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif had, after the earthquake, announced a relief package for Gilgit-Baltistan- Rs 0.2 million for completely damaged houses, while Rs 0.1 million for the partially damaged. Till now, the locals have received 2 Kgs of rice, 2 Kgs of pulses and I Kg wheat - a slap on their face. While the people living in the mountainous regions do not have any option to get their voice heard, the students studying in urban localities have been on protest, demanding compensation for the losses people suffered. For them, the Pakistani government has failed the people of Gilgit Baltistan. The October 26, measured at a magnitude of 7.5, hit several areas of Gilgit Baltistan.Around eight people were killed and thousands of houses damaged. The Ghizer district was among the worst hit.

PoK/ Gilgit, September 22, 2015:- Pakistan has been plundering resources of the twin regions of Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir, and transferring it to other provinces. To expose Pakistan’s illegal activities, national students federation recently held a protest demonstration. Pakistan’s oppressive policies in Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir have affected people of these regions for many years. It has been looting the natural resources for its own use which has led to poverty and unemployment in both regions. Recently, a protest was organised by the National Students Federation in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir against Pakistan China Economic Corridor. The federation members alleged that Pakistan was giving a free hand to China in Gilgit Baltistan by allowing it to use resources without paying any royalty to the people of the mountainous region. The protesters also alleged that Pakistan was diverting natural as well as other resources of the twin regions of Gilgit Baltiatan and PoK to other major cities of the country. They also demanded that the rights of the Neelam Jhelum hydropower project and Mangla Dam should be given back to the local residents. Pakistan has entered into an economic corridor agreement with China, which passes through Gilgit Baltistan. The ambitious plan was given a go-ahead despite opposition from people. A part of the erstwhile princely state of India’s Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan and PoK have been illegally occupied by Pakistan for over six decades now.

Muzaffarabad, PoK, July 14, 2015: There is widespread speculation that Pakistan is coming up with a move to make Gilgit Baltistan a federal province of Pakistan, Prime Minister of PoK has come down very hardly on Pakistani leadership and have warned of dire consequences incase Pakistan makes any such controvesrial move, locals are also angry and worried about these speculations. Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) Prime Minister Chaudhry Abdul Majeed has warned Islamabad against any attempt to convert Gilgit-Baltistan into a federal province. He said “Gilgit-Baltistan is part and parcel of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Any attempt to merge it into Pakistan will deal a fatal blow to our stand in the light of UN resolutions envisaging right to self-determination for the Kashmiris," dawn quoted Majeed as saying in Muzaffarabad. Earlier, some Kashmiri leaders have expressed concern over alleged moves to convert Gilgit-Baltistan into the fifth province of Pakistan. "I call upon the prime minister of Pakistan to avoid (taking) any decision that does not fall in his jurisdiction. He cannot take this decision unless we, the people of Jammu and Kashmir, take it. Not only politicians but also people of Gilgit Blatistan and PoK are on streets to protest against any such move, people here are already very upset as terror training camps in region are fully activated by ISI, there is also huge mobilisation of armed forces in the region. Locals are living in constant fear. Pakistan has escalated it efforts to deepen its occupation in the region. These are dangerous signs and against international conventions.

Gilgit Baltistan, July 07, 2015:- As Human Rights violations go unabated in Pakistan’s occupied region of Gilgit-Baltistan, the perpetrators go scot-free due to faulty judicial system in the region. There has been no end to human rights violations by Pakistani security agencies in Gilgit-Baltistan. The perpetrators often go unpunished due to lack of an effective judicial system. The region has a separate court system. Under Gilgit-Baltistan Empowerment and Self-Governance Order 2009, Gilgit-Baltistan Supreme Appellate Court was established with a chief justice and two other judges. But they are appointed by the Prime Minister of Pakistan. As the appointments of the judges for these courts are allegedly done on political consideration, their decisions are often politically motivated. Security agencies often resort to harsh measures to prevent journalists from reporting cases of gross violations of human rights. The police act as a mute spectator to the killings of innocent civilians. The non-state actors, backed by the Inter-Services Intelligence, often target and persecute the Shia community. But the police choose to remain silent.

Gilgit Baltistan, June 30, 2015:- India raised objection on June 8 elections in Gilgit Baltistan, people of Gilgit Baltistan out rightly rejected elections but Pakistan bulldozed all voices of reason and dissent. It went ahead with the sham elections, ISI barred local leaders to contest elections, hundreds and thousands of Pakistani’s were transported on the voting day, it was a drama and leaders were once again selected and not elected. Pakistan Muslim League (N) has emerged victorious in the recently held elections to Gilgit Baltistan legislative assembly. The party has won 14 seats out of the total 24 -- enough to form the government on its own. However, the nationalists allege the PML (N) has followed the suit of its predecessor Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) by rigging elections. It has been a tradition in Gilgit Baltistan that whatsoever party holds power in Islamabad tries to influence the electorate to win elections. Earlier, in the 2009 elections, the PPP swept the polls in the mountainous region, when it was holding power at the centre. Nationalists say any party, whether PML (N) or PPP, operates on the instructions of Pakistan’s spy agency -- ISI --- in the disgruntled region, as it helps them in winning the elections. The first election for Gilgit Baltistan Legislative Assembly (GBLA) was held in 2009, after the Gilgit-Baltistan Empowerment and Self-Governance Order-2009 was passed by the Pakistani cabinet ‘granting the region self-rule and autonomy.’Prior to this, the region used to be directly ruled from Islamabad. The nationalists have been opposing the act and holding elections in the disputed region, as they demand freedom from the Pakistani misrule. However, their resolve is silenced with draconian laws.

Gilgit Baltistan, June 02: With corrupt practices going rampant in government offices in Gilgit Baltistan, the people are forced to live a miserable life. Pakistan has failed to rein in the corrupt officials. We have a report.

Gilgit Baltistan, May 26, 2015: The problem of availability of basic amenities seems imperishable in Gilgit Baltistan. The major one being electricity crisis has been making life of the region suffer thoroughly. People of Gilgit Baltistan lead a miserable life. Basic amenities like shelter, food and even job opportunities are like perishing for the population here. However nowadays what has been torturing the citizens of Gilgit is the electricity crisis. With passage of time the problem of load shedding has been rising, leading to no resolution taking place in future. And negligence of authority regarding the issue has increased the rage of the citizens residing in Gilgit Baltistan. Gilgit Baltistan is one of the most neglected and backward regions under Pakistan’s command. More than three-fourth population of the region lives below the poverty line. And due to the corrupt administrative system, the people here do not get any financial help and basic facilities. The allocation of funds for other regions to Pakistan is based on their population, development and educational facilities, but this yardstick is not applied for the people of Gilgit.