[🇵🇰] Pakistan General Elections -- 2024

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TLP fielding more NA candidates than PPP, PML-N, data shows​

Amir Wasim
January 27, 2024

Irfan Khan


Despite the absence of the traditional electoral pomp and show on the streets, an overwhelming number of candidates are vying for National Assembly seats in the upcoming polls.

A careful analysis of the final candidate list, issued by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), reveals that a total of 5,160 candidates, including 312 women and two transgender persons, are in the running for 266 general seats of the National Assembly. So far, there is not a single constituency where a one-on-one contest is expected

 

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Shehbaz urges Bilawal to refrain from making political atmosphere ‘tense’ after Nawaz debate challenge​

Bilawal had proposed a debate between him and PML-N supremo Nawaz any time before the election day.

 

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ECP reveals polling scheme for Feb 8 general elections​

Over 90,675 polling stations erected nationwide

Our Correspondent
January 29, 202

ISLAMABAD: In the final stretch before the general elections, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Sunday released the polling blueprint for the polls slated for February 8.

In a detailed breakdown, the ECP announced the establishment of 90,675 polling stations nationwide. Among these, 522 are situated in non-permanent structures.

Of the total polling stations, 25,320 are designated for male voters, 23,950 for female voters, and 41,405 as joint polling stations.

The polling scheme delineates that the province of Punjab boasts 50,944 polling stations, with 35 of them strategically located in non-permanent buildings.

Out of these stations, 14,556 will be for men, and 14,036 for women, while 22,352 polling stations would be for both men and women.

Similarly, Sindh has 14,556 polling stations, including 344 housed in non-permanent structures while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will house a total of 15,697 polling stations have been established, with 73 housed in non-permanent buildings.

Balochistan, with 5,028 polling stations, has 70 constructed in non-permanent buildings.

The ECP revealed that out of the 276,402 polling booths erected nationwide, 147,560 are designated for male voters, and 127,842 for female voters. This strategic distribution aims to facilitate a smooth and accessible voting experience for citizens across the country.

Breaking down the booth statistics, Punjab leads with 149,434 booths, followed by Sindh with 65,005 booths, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with 47,081 booths, and Balochistan with 14,882 booths.

WhatsApp helpline

The ECP has introduced a WhatsApp helpline, aiming to offer citizens a platform to voice their poll-related grievances.

With over 128 million voters set to cast their ballots on February 8, and a record number of candidates vying for positions, the electoral body’s move aims to address the need for a streamlined communication channel during this crucial electoral period.

The newly launched WhatsApp helpline, accessible through the number 0327 5050610, particularly caters to individuals with speech and hearing impairments, allowing them to submit their complaints through video messages.

The initiative is part of the Election Monitoring and Complaint Centre (EMCC) set up by the ECP to effectively manage and address voters' concerns in the lead-up to the general elections. The move is expected to significantly enhance accessibility and responsiveness in handling complaints.

In addition to WhatsApp, the ECP has provided alternative channels for lodging complaints. Citizens can submit their grievances via email at complaints@ecp.gov.pk or through the dedicated helpline at 111-327-000, ensuring multiple avenues for communication.

To streamline the complaint registration process, control rooms have been established at the ECP secretariat, as well as at provincial, divisional, and district-level offices. These control rooms will play a crucial role in handling the registration and resolution of complaints from concerned citizens.

Equipped with trained staff, the central control centre is dedicated to promptly resolving election-related issues. The ECP has encouraged citizens to share any instances of code of conduct violations in their areas.

The control centre is also fortified with a social media and electronic media monitoring facility to effectively track and address concerns raised across various platforms.

ECP reveals polling scheme for Feb 8 general elections | The Express Tribune

Over 90,675 polling stations erected nationwide

tribune.com.pk

 

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Analysts sceptical of PPP, PML-N ‘impractical’ manifestos​

Observers argue manifestos lack substance and fail to address pressing

 

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Analysts sceptical of PPP, PML-N ‘impractical’ manifestos​

Observers argue manifestos lack substance and fail to address pressing

 

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Would it be safe to go to Pakistan during the elections? I am having to travel before the elections and will be there for a while.

 

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Would it be safe to go to Pakistan during the elections? I am having to travel before the elections and will be there for a while.

Yes ! Everybody is busying in election, nobody wants to miss the train.