Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. JAMMU: S.O.S. International, a prominent organization advocating for the rights of refugees displaced from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK), convened an urgent meeting of its office bearers and district heads today at Jammu, focused on the organization’s response to the India-Pakistan ceasefire and the ongoing struggle for the liberation of PoK.
On May 6, 2025, S.O.S. International, led by Chairman Rajiv Chuni, announced a peaceful march from Jammu to PoK to demand reclamation of ancestral lands from Pakistan’s illegal occupation. Mr. Chuni highlighted Pakistan’s use of PoK as a terrorist hub, enabling cross-border attacks that have killed countless Indians. “PoK is not just a territory; it is our homeland,” he asserted. The announcement galvanized PoK refugees and supporters who saw this as a matter of justice and sovereignty. However, military tensions between India and Pakistan forced a halt to the plan.
After India’s targeted military strikes on terrorist camps in Pakistan and PoK, war erupted between the nations, compelling S.O.S. International to postpone the march for safety. “Our intention was to assert our rights peacefully, but the outbreak of war necessitated a temporary pause,” said Mr. Chuni. On May 10, 2025, India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire, halting hostilities. Though the ceasefire ended active conflict, it was met with outrage from PoK refugees and S.O.S. International, who saw it as a premature compromise that ignored the core issues of occupation and terrorism.
At the Rehari Colony meeting, Mr. Chuni expressed deep disappointment over the ceasefire, stating it was accepted without achieving the liberation of PoK or dismantling Pakistan’s terror infrastructure. “This war presented a historic opportunity to reclaim PoK and eradicate the terror ecosystem that threatens our security. The government has prioritized short-term political interests over long-term national welfare and justice for PoK refugees,” he said.
Chuni questioned the rationale behind the ceasefire, highlighting that Pakistan’s occupation and terror support remain untouched. “Why did our government stop short of smashing the terror camps and reclaiming our land?” he asked. “This decision risks prolonging the suffering of PoK refugees and emboldens Pakistan.”
He added that the central leadership had vowed to sacrifice their lives for PoK, and now, after 78 years, a genuine opportunity had emerged to retrieve it but all in vain. “The leadership has always said Kashmir is our internal issue—then why has India allowed US interference this time? Most of the people killed in cross-border firing in Poonch were refugees from PoK. That means we are just living to die. This is clearly not acceptable to us,” he stated.
S.O.S. International stressed that the ceasefire impacts all of India, not just PoK refugees. Allowing Pakistan to retain control of PoK and its terror infrastructure, they argued, undermines national security and betrays the sacrifices of the armed forces. “The nation has united around ‘PoK is ours’ and ‘zero tolerance for terrorism.’ This ceasefire, without tangible gains, weakens those resolves,” said Mr. Chuni.
He also warned against political motivations behind the ceasefire, cautioning that while such gains may be temporary, the consequences of missing this chance to secure PoK and eliminate terrorism will be long-lasting. Mr. Chuni urged the Government of India to reconsider its stance in future talks with Pakistan, saying, “We will not rest until PoK is reunited with India and the scourge of terrorism is eradicated.”
He also appealed to the people of India to stand in solidarity with PoK refugees and support their struggle. “This is not just our fight; it is a fight for the soul of our nation. PoK belongs to India, and we must ensure that no compromise undermines our sovereignty or security,” Mr. Chuni said. Prominent among those who attended today’s meeting includes Prof. N. N. Sharma, V. K. Datta, Ved Raj Bali, Amarjeet Singh, Jagjeet Singh, Shanti Devi, Daleep Chib, Ashok Sharma, Vipan Sharma, Bimla Devi, D. V. Gupta and others.
