India, July 9 -- Muzaffarabad [PoJK] July 9 (ANI) Residents of Muzaffarabad have voiced growing frustration over a month-long lockdown, saying prolonged restrictions, internet disruptions, banking problems and the closure of educational institutions have severely disrupted daily life and pushed businesses to the brink.

Several residents urged the governments of Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) to resolve the crisis through dialogue instead of prolonged restrictions. They argued that internet shutdowns, transport disruptions and the suspension of banking services have left people unable to access essential services or conduct business.

Khawaja Ahmed, a resident of Muzaffarabad, said the continuing restrictions have...