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ECP orders PTI to hold intra-party elections within 20 days

November 23, 2023 by Mohammad Wasay

The Election Commission of Pakistan has delivered the reserved verdict to PTI, directing the party to conduct intra-party elections within the next 20 days. The verdict was delivered by a four-member commission, headed by Member Sindh Nisar Durrani. The decision comes in response to the PTI’s failure to carry out transparent intra-party elections, prompting the … Read more

ECP to announce reserved judgment on PTI intra-party elections case today

November 23, 2023 by Abid Khan

The decision will be announced by ECP at noon today.
PTI’s lawyer said intra-party polls held before amendment.
Saima Janjua said ECP has authority to pardon PTI in case.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to announce reserved judgment on the Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf(PTI) intra-party elections case today.

According to the cause list, the decision will be announced by the Election Commission at noon today.

The Election Commission issued a notice to the PTI on August 2 regarding the intra-party elections, asking why the PTI should not be disqualified for the bat symbol for not conducting the intra-party elections.

During the hearing, PTI’s lawyer Barrister Gohar said that the intra-party elections were held before the amendment of the party constitution, and later party withdrew the amendments.

Election Commission DD Law Saima Janjua said that the ECP has the authority to pardon PTI in the case.

The Election Commission had reserved its decision on PTI intra-party election on September 13.

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ECP directs Establishment Division to replace Islamabad DC, IGP

November 22, 2023 by Mohammad Wasay

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has compelled the federal government to take action by removing Islamabad Inspector General Police (IGP) Dr Akbar Nasir Khan and Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon from their positions. This decision, affecting a grade 20 officer in Dr Khan and a grade 19 officer in Memon of the Pakistan Administrative … Read more

General Elections 2024: ECP finalizes Code of Conduct

November 20, 2023 by Muhammad Zahid

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has finalized the Code of Conduct for the upcoming general elections in 2024. The sources said that the code has been developed in collaboration with political parties, with their input taken into consideration. They said that the drafted Code of Conduct incorporates suggestions from political parties. Notably, during … Read more

General Elections 2024: ECP to use NADRA server for polls

November 18, 2023November 18, 2023 by Abid Khan

The server hosting agreement signed between ECP and NADRA.
ECP will use server of NADRA for upcoming general elections 2024.
The ECP has also successfully tested EMS in all four provinces.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) will use National Database and Registration Authority’s server for the general elections, for which a server hosting agreement was signed between the ECP and NADRA.

The preparations of the Election Commission for the general elections is underway. The server hosting agreement has been signed between the ECP and NADRA, under which the electoral regulatory body will use the server of NADRA for the general elections.

Sources said that the ECP does not have its own server to store data. The Election Commission will pay rent for server hosting of NADRA.

Sources have said that the results of the general elections will be generated through the new software election management system and the election management system will be operated through digital and manual methods.

On the other hand, Election Commission of Pakistan(ECP) has successfully tested EMS and results will be able to be sent online and without internet.

The ECP has successfully tested EMS in all four provinces, tested it in the offices of Regional Election Commissioners and District Election Commissioners in various districts.

The presiding officers will send the results of their polling stations to the returning officers and RO will prepare the results and send them digitally and manually to the ECP, each returning officer will be given four data entry operators.

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Provision of level playing field responsibility of ECP and govt: President

November 16, 2023 by Abid Khan

He said judiciary, executive and politicians held unanimity on holding election.
Dr Alvi said Constitution did not allow the President to take a ‘practical’ action.
President Alvi explained that he did not believe in politics of violence.

ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi said Pakistan can overcome its challenges relating to political stability if its politicians, executive and the establishment make a joint commitment to address the issues.

In an interview with Voice of America (VOA), President was responding to a question if the upcoming general polls would bring political stability in the country.

President Alvi expressed confidence that the result of the polls as an outcome of the public opinion would lead to an environment ensuring stability and prosperity of the country. Dismissing doubts about delay of general election, he said the judiciary, executive and politicians held a unanimity on holding general election on the announced date of February 8.

He maintained that the provision of level-playing field to all political parties was the mutual responsibility of the government and the Election Commission of Pakistan. “The government has already given assurance about providing level-playing field to all parties,” he said, adding that the nation had full trust in the government’s commitment in this regard.

President Alvi said that through his letter, he invoked the government’s attention towards the apprehensions of Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI). To a query, the president said the Constitution did not allow the President to take a ‘practical’ action to ensure the transparency of an election. “The President has no other way but to bring such issues to the notice of the government,” he said. He said though the office of the President did not have an administrative authority, however the points raised by it held a significant value. “There could be many expectations [from me to act in a particular way], but I will not take any unconstitutional step,” he said.

To a question, the president said he never showed negligence with respect to the date of general election. Alvi appreciated the Supreme Court of Pakistan on demonstrating unanimity over the election date. He said the case relating to the contesting of election by PTI Chairman Imran Khan was sub-judice and added that he had full confidence in the judiciary.

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General Elections 2024: ECP starts printing of nomination papers

November 15, 2023 by Abid Khan

ECP is printing nomination papers from Printing Corporation.
The papers will be delivered to DROs before election schedule.
ECP had fixed date of February 8, 2024 to hold general elections.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan(ECP) has started the printing of nomination papers in connection with the preparations for the general elections.

Sources connected with the Election Commission said that the ECP is printing the nomination papers from the Printing Corporation and the papers will be delivered to the District Returning Officers(DROs) before the election schedule.

According to the sources, nomination papers will be given more on the demand of the returning officers, the commission will give nomination papers of the candidates in proportion to the total voters of the district while there will be white colored nomination papers for general, reserved seats for women and minorities.

It should be remembered that the ECP has fixed the date of February 8, 2024 to hold general elections in the country after meeting with President Arif Alvi on the orders of the Supreme Court.

The Election Commission has started formal preparations in this regard. It has prepared lists of polling staff including polling stations.

A few days ago, Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja met Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar and issued a statement.

According to the announcement, the Chief Election Commissioner informed the Caretaker Prime Minister about the preparations for the elections. He said that the lists of polling stations and staff have been prepared and the work of printing the election materials and the work of updating the election lists is also in the final stages.

The Chief Election Commissioner invited the Caretaker Prime Minister to visit the Election Commission to review the preparations for the general elections.

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General Elections 2024:ECP decides to introduce digital information app for elections

November 14, 2023 by Abid Khan

ECP formulated strategy to issue cards to international observers.
Digital information app will be launched for timely delivery of information.
A desk for international observers will be established at Central Secretariat.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan(ECP)has decided to introduce a digital information app for general elections.

According to the details, the Election Commission is preparing for the general elections and ECP has formulated a strategy to issue cards to international observers, while it has been decided to introduce a digital information app for the timely delivery of information.

According to sources, the printing of special features accreditation cards for international observers is in the final stages.

The international observers will be able to apply for and get visas through the online service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs should provide the complete list of international observers to the Election Commission.

The sources of the Election Commission said that the security clearance of the international observers will be done by the Ministry of Interior and the letters have been sent to most of the forums including the European Union, and Commonwealth.

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PTI cancels Karachi political rally over denial of permission

November 11, 2023 by Abid Khan

PTI leader said this decision is made with great disappointment.
He said denial of permission without valid reasons raises concerns.
He urges caretaker Sindh govt and ECP to reconsider their decisions.

KARACHI: President Pakistan Tehreak e Insaf (PTI) Khurrum Sher Zaman announces the cancellation of the scheduled rally or Jalsa November 12, due to the caretaker Sindh Government’s denial of permission and arrests of workers throughout the city.

This decision is made with great disappointment, considering the importance of public engagement in the democratic process.

PTI Karachi remains committed to its democratic values and principles. We respect the need for a secure environment during election campaigns; however, the denial of permission without valid reasons raises concerns about the neutrality of the caretaker Sindh Government and the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP).

The absence of a level playing field for PTI to conduct an effective election campaign ahead of the February 8, 2024 general election is alarming. PTI Karachi questions the fairness and impartiality of the caretaker governments and the ECP, both at the federal and provincial levels, in ensuring a transparent and equitable election process.

Sher Zaman strongly believes that the ongoing election process has devolved into a farce, attributing this perception to the evident bias displayed by both the caretaker governments and the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP).

Moreover, he underscores his trust in the discerning judgment of the Pakistani populace, expressing confidence that they will not tolerate any form of political manipulation or a carefully orchestrated election.

Despite this setback, PTI Karachi reassures its supporters and the public that we remain steadfast in our commitment to democratic values.

PTI Karachi urges the caretaker Sindh Government and the ECP to reconsider their decisions and uphold the democratic principles that form the foundation of our electoral process.

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ECP decides to inspect service record of officers before election duties

November 11, 2023 by Abid Khan

The preparations for general elections 2024 are underway.
ECP has decided to check service records of officials.
DROs and ROs will be appointed after investigation.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has decided to investigate the service record of the officers and officials with the best reputation will be appointed District Returning Officers (DROs) and Returning Officers (RO).

The preparations for the general elections 2024 are underway and ECP has decided to check service records of the officers.

Sources in the Election Commission have said that the officers with the best reputation will be appointed as DROs and ROs. The service records of the selected officers will be checked thoroughly.

Sources said that the ECP has changed the rules for the appointment of DROs and ROs and the election regulatory body has decided to check the service record of the officers before appointing them as DROs and ROs.

Sources said that along with the list of administrative officers, the service record has also been made mandatory to be sent to the Election Commission, while it has also been made mandatory for DROs and ROs to be officers of the best reputation.

Sources said that an officer of grade 18 or above will be appointed as a DRO and the retirement period of the officer should be at least one year before the appointment of DRO.

The returning officers must be at least Grade 17 officers and the officer concerned should have completed at least one year of retirement before posting the posts.

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ECP prepares preliminary draft of code of conduct for elections

November 9, 2023 by Abid Khan

President, PM and ministers will not be able to participate campaign.
Senators and LG representatives will be able to run election campaigns.
The announcements of development schemes will also be banned.

ISLAMABAD: Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has prepared preliminary draft of code of conduct for upcoming general elections 2024.

The president, prime minister, ministers, public officials will not be able to participate in the election campaign.

Sources of the ECP said that according to the proposed code of conduct, senators and local government representatives will be able to run election campaigns. The announcements of development schemes, discussions against the judiciary and the ideology of Pakistan will also be banned.

According to sources, the proposed code of conduct states that political parties and candidates will not give bribes and gifts or any kind of inducement. The political parties will give tickets to 5% women candidates on general seats while carrying weapons in meetings, processions and public gatherings will also be banned The political and electoral campaigning from the public treasury will also be prohibited.

According to the proposed code of conduct, biased coverage on state media will be banned, political parties will be allowed to hold rallies subject to permission from administration. The use of government resources in election campaign will be prohibited and car rallies will not be allowed.

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Islamabad IG, DC could not be removed despite ECP order

November 5, 2023 by Mohammad Wasay

Despite clear orders of the Election Commission of Pakistan, the Inspector General (IG) and Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Islamabad could not be removed from their posts. The Election Commission’s authority appears to have weakened in its efforts to facilitate the transfer of officers, essential for maintaining transparency in the upcoming elections. ECP had taken action … Read more

ECP sets up central control room to monitor Sindh LG by-polls

November 4, 2023 by Abid Khan

A control room set up in Election Commission Secretariat for 3-days.
A central control room has been set up to monitor election process.
The central control room and monitoring team will monitor election.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has established a Central Control Room in Islamabad for monitoring and registration of complaints related to local government by-polls in Sindh.

A control room has been set up in the Election Commission Secretariat for from November 04 to November 06.

ECP Spokesperson said a central control room has been set up to monitor the election process, and redressal of complaints and will continue to function till the election results are announced.

He added that officers in the central control room along with the monitoring team will monitor the election process. ECP Spokesperson said the central control room will remain in place from November 4 to November 6.

He further said the control room will continue to function from the start of the polling process till the tabulation of the preliminary results.

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PEMRA issues guidelines for media for coverage of elections

November 4, 2023 by Abid Khan

The general elections will be held on Feb 8, 2024 in country.
All media channels should ensure adherence to PEMRA Rules 2015.
Electronic media has key role in raising awareness among people.

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority(PEMRA) has issued instructions to the media for coverage of general elections.

PEMRA said that according to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), the general elections will be held on February 8, 2024 in the country . In this regard, all media channels should ensure adherence to PEMRA Rules 2015.

PEMRA said that it is the responsibility of every Pakistani to make democracy, democratic values, and elections transparent, people and institutions should cooperate fully for conducting transparent elections and electronic media has a key role in raising awareness among the people.

The directive states that the formation of public opinion is the job of the media to strengthen the democratic process, take into account all the facts in the electronic media election transmission, and not broadcast any news that creates doubts in the minds of the public, any negative or false information. Elections should not be sabotaged by news. Broadcasting any such news will be a violation of PEMRA rules.

He said that without a delay mechanism, live broadcasts would not be shown, and reporters, anchors, and producers, discuss the content before broadcast, ensuring effective media monitoring and editorial control.

In the guidelines, PEMRA said that talk show guests’ words should be verified before making news, and no person or organization should be accused of any news without verification.

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FBR appoints focal person for scrutiny of nomination papers

November 2, 2023 by Abid Khan

The focal person will assist Election Commission of Pakistan.
FBR also directed all field formation heads to nominate team.
All nominated teams will be headed by Commissioner.

ISLAMABAD: In connection with the preparations for the general elections in the country, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has appointed a focal person for the scrutiny of nomination papers.

According to the announcement issued by FBR, the focal person will assist the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) in the scrutiny of the nomination papers of the candidates.

The Chief Revenue Operations Arshad Nawaz Cheena, Secretary of Revenue Budget Bilal Zameer, Second Secretaries of IR Sadaf Ehsan, Sohail Abbas, and Sec. Secretary IR Litigation Alishba Asif is also included in the 5-member focal person.

FBR has also directed all the Field Formation Heads to nominate a team consisting of two officers. All the nominated teams will be headed by a Commissioner who will act as focal persons in their areas.

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CEC Sikandar says election commission stands on its stance

November 3, 2023November 2, 2023 by Muhammad Zahid

ISLAMABAD: Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja has said that all institutions are respectable, but the Election Commission stands on its stance. He said this while having informal talk with mediapersons at the ECP Headquarters on Thursday. Elections have been held in February in past. Sikandar maintained that the ground of Election Commission is double … Read more

President, ECP fail to agree on election date in country

November 2, 2023November 2, 2023 by Muhammad Zahid

ISLAMABAD: President of Pakistan and Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) have failed to agree upon the date of the general elections in the country, Bol TV reported on Thursday. According to sources, the Election Commission proposed three potential dates for the general elections in 2024 to President Alvi, suggesting January 28, January 4, and February … Read more

SC orders ECP to consult president for final election date by today

November 2, 2023November 2, 2023 by Mohammad Wasay

The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission of Pakistan to consult with President Arif Alvi and give the final date for elections by today. The Supreme Court on Thursday resumed the hearing of case regarding elections within 90-days. A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa, Justice Amin-ud-Din Khan and … Read more

ECP delisted APML from list of political parties

November 1, 2023 by Muhammad Sher

ECP issued a notification regarding the delisting of APML. ECP says there is no official APML. APML has not been able to submit details of party assets for four years. Islamabad: The political party All Pakistan Muslim League (APML) has been delisted by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), and a notification has been issued. … Read more

General elections take place on time: CEC

October 30, 2023 by Muhammad Sher

CM Punjab and the Chief Election Commissioner chaired a meeting at CM House. Preparation regarding general polls reviewed in the meeting ECP is fully satisfied with the steps taken by the Punjab government for general elections. Lahore: Chief Election Commissioner (CEC)Sikandar Sultan Raja has said that the time for general elections is near and everyone … Read more

ECP decides to send notice to PM for removal of biased cabinet members

October 26, 2023 by Abid Khan

A five-member bench headed by CEC heard issue.
Aamir Rehman appeared on behalf of government.
ECP adjourned hearing of case till October 31.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan(ECP) has decided to send a notice to caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar on the issue of removal of biased members from the federal cabinet.

A five-member bench headed by the Chief Election Commissioner heard the issue of removal of biased members from the federal cabinet. Additional Attorney General Aamir Rehman appeared on behalf of the government.

The Chief Election Commissioner asked the Additional Attorney General if they could represent Ahad Cheema, Syed Tauqeer Shah, and Fawad Hasan Fawad to assist the commission.

The Chief Election Commissioner said to issue a notice to the caretaker Prime Minister after which the hearing of the case was adjourned till October 31.

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ECP orders removing IG, DC Islamabad

October 26, 2023October 26, 2023 by Mohammad Wasay

The Election Commission has issued a directive to the Secretary of the Establishment Division, instructing the removal of both the Islamabad’s Inspector General (IG) and the Deputy Commissioner (DC). The action took place following the letter penned by the Secretary Election Commission to the Secretary Establishment Division, demanding the removal of Islamabad IG and DC. … Read more

ECP allots ‘eagle’ symbol to Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party

October 26, 2023 by Mohammad Wasay

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday delivered the reserved decision of allotting the ‘Eagle’ symbol to the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP). The Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) had formally applied to the Election Commission, seeking the allocation of the eagle symbol. ECP reviewed the request and accepted it, awarding the election symbol of the eagle to … Read more

ECP allows domestic, foreign observers to monitor elections via open-door policy

October 25, 2023 by Mohammad Wasay

In a move to ensure transparency in the electoral process, the Election Commission of Pakistan has extended an invitation to foreign observers. The commission is committed to maintaining an open-door policy, allowing both domestic and foreign observers to monitor the elections closely. Foreign observers who wish to participate in this crucial role must first obtain … Read more

Sikandar Sultan Raja reviews election preparations in Sindh

October 24, 2023 by Abid Khan

ECP has also finalized security plan regarding elections in Sindh.
A total 205,388 security personnel are needed in province for elections.
ECP suggested to establish total 19,236 polling stations in province.

KARACHI: Chief Election Commissioner(CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja chaired an important meeting to review preparation for upcoming general elections in Sindh province, Bol News reported.

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has also finalized a security plan regarding the elections in Sindh. Pakistan Army, Rangers, and Police personnel are needed for provincial elections.

According to the recommendations of ECP, a total of 205,388 security personnel are needed in the province including 100,724 police personnel.

Similarly, 47,332 Rangers and 47,332 Pak Army personnel are needed for upcoming polls.

The ECP suggested to establish a total of 19,236 polling stations in the province.

More than 4,430 highly sensitive, 8,030 sensitive, and 6,077 normal polling stations will be established for the upcoming general election.

The Election Commission has recommended giving 443 laptops, 191 printers, and 573 multimedia projectors.

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ECP decides to adopt open-door policy for international observers in general polls

October 24, 2023 by Muhammad Sher

The ECP held a meeting regarding general polls. The electoral body issued instructions to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Election Commission was ordered to complete the visa process expeditiously. Islamabad: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has decided to adopt an open-door policy for international observers in the general elections and issued instructions to … Read more

Imran Khan not to be produced before ECP due to threat alerts

October 24, 2023 by Mohammad Wasay

PTI Chairman Imran Khan will not be produced before the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) in contempt case today, due to the security concerns expressed by the Interior Ministry. ECP has issued a production order for former Prime Minister Imran Khan, in case of using unparliamentary language against the Chief Election Commissioner and the Election … Read more

ECP reserves decision on allocation of election symbol to IPP

October 23, 2023 by Abid Khan

A 3-member ECP bench headed by Chief Election Commissioner.
CEC Sikandar Sultan Raja heard legal representative of IPP.
IPP counsel requested to ECP to allot party election symbol of eagle.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) reserved its decision on the allocation of the electoral symbol ‘eagle’ to the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party, (IPP).

A three-member ECP bench headed by Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja, heard the legal representative of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party.

The IPP counsel appealed to the Commission to allot the party the election symbol of ‘eagle’.

Upon this, the CEC asked him to provide alternative preferences. Subsequently, the Election Commission postponed its decision regarding the allocation of election symbol to the IPP.

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