Chief Election Commissioner of Gilgit-Baltistan, Raja Shahbaz, has issued a directive to the Returning Officers of all 24 constituencies, mandating the issuance of certified Form-45s. The instruction requires strict adherence to the Election Act 2017 and Election Rules 2017. The Commissioner emphasized the importance of compliance and urged full implementation of the directives.
Key Instructions and Compliance
The Election Commission confirmed that Form-45s are being provided at all polling stations where vote counting has concluded. The commission also cautioned media outlets against broadcasting unverified claims regarding the non-issuance of Form-45s. Clear instructions have been reiterated to ensure transparency and adherence to the electoral process.
Background and Context
The directive comes amid ongoing vote counting following the Gilgit Baltistan elections. Preliminary results have started emerging as polling concluded earlier. The Election Commission's move aims to address concerns about transparency and ensure that all legal requirements are met.
