Islamabad, July 29 -- The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan has expressed deep concern over reports of deaths and injuries following clashes between law enforcement personnel and protesters in Rawalakot on the day of the first phase of the Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir legislative elections.

Taking to social media platform X, HRCP said it was "deeply alarmed" by reports that several people had lost their lives and many others were injured in the violence. The rights body said the reported deaths in Rawalakot were a stark reminder of the human cost of the tensions that have gripped Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir in recent weeks.

While acknowledging that authorities have a responsibility to maintain public order, HRCP stated ...