Assuring the public, he mentioned that the governments would meet all administrative, financial, and security requirements.
ISLAMABAD: In a resolute statement, Caretaker Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, and Parliamentary Affairs, Murtaza Solangi, emphatically declared on Monday that the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) and both federal and provincial governments are steadfast in their commitment to conduct general elections on February 8.
Taking to his social media accounts, Solangi conveyed, “The Election Commission of Pakistan is committed to holding elections on Thursday, February 8, and so are the federal and provincial governments.” Assuring the public, he mentioned that the governments would meet all administrative, financial, and security requirements outlined by the ECP for the smooth conduct of the elections.
This affirmation comes as a reassuring signal for the nation, emphasizing the collaborative efforts of the Election Commission and the government to ensure the democratic process proceeds as scheduled. As the country gears up for this significant event, the commitment from both federal and provincial authorities aims to uphold the integrity and transparency of the electoral process.
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Stay tuned for further updates as the preparations for the general elections on February 8 unfold, marking a crucial milestone in Pakistan’s democratic journey.
PTI candidates challenge allotted election symbols in PHC
PTI election candidates have challenged the election symbols allotted to them in the Peshawar High Court (PHC).
PTI candidates Kamran Bangish, Asif Khan, Aftab Alam and Shafiullah have filed petitions in the high court.
According to the plea, Kamran Bangish has been allotted ‘violin’, while the opponent candidate has been given ‘Baja’ (mouth organ). “The rival candidate’s name also begins with Kamran,” according to the plea.
“Similar election symbols on ballot paper will cause difficulty for voters to recognize,” according to the petition.
The candidates further pleaded that Asif Khan, contesting from NA-32, has been allotted hand-cart symbol. A provincial candidate from same constituency has also been ‘Asif Khan’ and he has been given the same election symbol of handcart. “The two candidates with similar election symbol will cause confusion among voters,” according to petition.
A PTI candidate Aftab Alam from Kohat’s PK-90, has filed petition against being allotted ‘Brinjal’ (eggplant). Another candidate from Kohat Shafiullah, has also submitted petition over being given ‘cabbage’ (Gobhi) as election symbol.
Petitioners said that before allotting an election symbol the candidate’s opinion used to be taken.
The election commission, district returning officers and returning officers have been made party in the case.
