The Election Commission of Gilgit-Baltistan has finalised plans to disseminate postal ballot papers in various polling stations across the region.
Muhammad Hussain, senior postmaster at Pakistan Postal Service, held a meeting with Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Tahir Shah earlier yesterday, assuring him of full cooperation in this regard. A statement issued by the election commission earlier in the day emphasised Shah’s willingness to ensure timely and transparent delivery of postal ballot papers at all stations.
“During the meeting, Hussain assured Shah postal ballot papers will be disseminated in a timely manner in all districts and stations,” said an official at the election commission.
According to the official, the commission has planned to dispatch papers to returning officers through government postal service facilities before legislative assembly elections scheduled for June 8.
The Gilgit DC has asked political and religious parties to comply with the code of conduct issued by the election commission. According to an official, the administration will take action against parties which violate the code.
“Steps are being taken to ensure free and fair elections in a peaceful manner,” the official added.
