Poonch
LOCATION: Poonch district borders Indian-administered Kashmir that comes under the Kashmir section which is part of the greater dispute between India and Pakistan . Description: Poonch is one of the scenic valleys in Azad Kashimr. Poonch is one of the eight districts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The capital of the district is Rawalakot with the Awan, Douli, Maldial and Sudhan tribes being the dominant groups in the district. This region has produced numerous business, political and military leaders. History: From the end of the 17th century up to 1837 A.D Poonch was ruled by different Muslim Rajas of Loran. It then fell in to the hands of Raja Falz Talab Khan of Rajori. In 1846, this area was handed over to Maharaja Ghulab Singh under the Treaty of Amritsar. Before this transfer, Poonch was considered a district of Lahore. Maharaja Ghulab Singh handed over Poonch and some other areas to his nephews, Jawahar Singh and Moti Singh, with the condition t...