ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated the people of Gilgit-Baltistan on the peaceful elections on Monday. He also praised the Pakistan Peoples Party for emerging as the largest political party in the region. Unofficial results showed PPP winning nine of nineteen reported constituencies across Gilgit-Baltistan so far.
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz secured three seats, while independents and other parties also gained representation in the assembly. The prime minister congratulated PML-N candidates for their strong electoral performance and campaign efforts. He said peaceful elections reflected democratic strength and public trust in the electoral process. The Election Commission of Pakistan and law enforcement agencies ensured security and transparency during polling.
Election Transparency and Reactions
PPP leaders alleged delays and irregularities in the results and demanded the immediate release of the pending constituencies’ results. Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf also raised concerns over election conduct and claimed restrictions on campaigning and rallies. Authorities have not fully confirmed final results as counting continues in the remaining constituencies across the region.
Officials said police maintained order and supported peaceful voting across sensitive districts during elections. Analysts said the emergence of PPPs may reshape the political balance in the upcoming Gilgit-Baltistan assembly formation process. The premier urged all parties to respect the mandate and avoid confrontation during the post-election phase. He emphasized stability and cooperation for development projects in the region under federal government support.
Observers noted voter turnout remained significant despite concerns raised by multiple political stakeholders during polls. They said continued engagement among parties will help strengthen democratic institutions in Gilgit-Baltistan going forward. Government officials reiterated commitment to transparency accountability and peaceful democratic transition in the region after elections.
Results from remaining constituencies are expected soon as authorities continue counting and verification process across Gilgit-Baltistan districts officially ongoing now today.
