"We have seen reports on protests in several areas of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, including brutalities by Pakistani forces on innocent civilians. We believe that it is a natural consequence of Pakistan's oppressive approach and systemic plundering of resources from these territories, which remain under its forcible and illegal occupation. Reaffirming India's stance, the MEA spokesperson emphasised that Jammu and Kashmir, along with Ladakh, will always remain an integral part of India. India Reacts to Protests in PoJK, Calls It ‘Natural Consequences of Pakistan’s Offensive Approach and Systemic Plundering of Resources’ (Watch Video). "Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are inalienable part of India, will remain and have always been part of India.