The Federal Interior Ministry is currently reviewing a request from the Gilgit-Baltistan government for additional security personnel to be deployed during the upcoming elections, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Proposed Deployment of Islamabad Police
Officials have indicated that the ministry is expected to approve the deployment of up to 1,000 officers from the Islamabad Police to assist with election security duties across the region. Sources confirm that personnel from various wings of the Islamabad Police will participate in the security operation, and the lists of officers selected for deployment have already been finalized.
Collaboration with Local Law Enforcement
The additional force will work alongside local law enforcement agencies to help maintain peace and order during the electoral process. This collaborative approach is designed to ensure a secure environment for voters and election officials alike.
Ensuring a Peaceful Election Environment
Authorities have emphasized that the move is aimed at ensuring a secure, peaceful, and transparent election environment, allowing voters to exercise their democratic rights without disruption. The proposed deployment is part of broader security arrangements being put in place ahead of the polls in Gilgit-Baltistan.
The Interior Ministry's decision is expected to be finalized soon, with the goal of reinforcing security measures and fostering public confidence in the electoral process.
