Rawalakot, Dec. 17 -- Massive protests have erupted across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) as residents express outrage over prolonged and frequent electricity outages.

Large crowds took to the streets in Rawalakot, Sudhnoti, Khaigala and surrounding areas, carrying placards and chanting slogans against the Pakistan government, local authorities and the power department.

The demonstrations reflect growing frustration over years of mismanagement, unfulfilled promises and the denial of basic civic facilities.

Locals say daily power cuts lasting 10 to 14 hours have made life unbearable, especially during the harsh winter months.

Many accused authorities of supplying electricity generated locally through hydropower projects to ...