GB polls spark row as PPP leads, PTI raises allegations

Political tensions have increased in Gilgit-Baltistan. Major political parties have raised concerns over the election

Political tensions have increased in Gilgit-Baltistan. Major political parties have raised concerns over the election process. Allegations of irregularities and delays have been made.

Unofficial results from 18 constituencies have been announced so far. The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) is leading with 9 seats. Independent candidates have won 6 seats. The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has secured 2 seats. Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) has won 1 seat. Counting is still ongoing in several constituencies.

The Election Commission of Gilgit-Baltistan has directed all returning officers to issue certified Form-45s. Officials say results are being released after completion of counting at each polling station. They also say rules are being strictly followed.

The Pakistan Peoples Party has alleged that results are being delayed in some areas. Party leaders claim there are attempts to influence the outcome. They have demanded immediate release of pending results. They have also warned of protests if transparency is not ensured.

PPP leader Qamar Zaman Kaira said he has contacted election authorities regarding Form-45. He stated that the public mandate must be respected. He also urged party workers to remain peaceful. He stressed that no polling station should be left without official result documents.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has also raised objections. PTI leaders say they were not allowed to hold full election campaigns. They claim senior leaders were restricted during political activities. PTI has questioned whether the elections were conducted fairly.

PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan said political parties must be allowed equal rights. He added that electoral transparency is necessary for democracy. He also said that legal options are being pursued by the party.

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has also expressed concerns. The party says delays in results have created doubts about the process. It warned that any attempt to change the public mandate will not be accepted.

Despite the controversy, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said his party is leading in the region. He thanked voters for their support. He said the party aims to form the next government in Gilgit-Baltistan.

Unofficial results show several constituencies already decided. Counting is continuing in remaining areas. The Election Commission says thousands of polling stations were established across the region. Security was tightened during the entire election process.

More than 17,500 security personnel were deployed. Police and other law enforcement agencies were placed on high alert. Sensitive polling stations received additional protection.