The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) have begun consultations over the allocation of key constitutional offices as efforts continue to form the next government in Gilgit-Baltistan following the recent regional elections. According to sources, the PPP has decided to nominate Imran Nadeem Shigri for the position of Speaker of the Gilgit-Baltistan […]
Gilgit Baltistan Election
PPP picks Amjad Hussain for Gilgit-Baltistan top post
The Pakistan Peoples Party has nominated Advocate Amjad Hussain for the position of chief minister in Gilgit-Baltistan following its strong performance in the recently concluded regional elections. The decision signals the party’s intention to take the lead in forming the next government in the strategically important region. PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari personally informed Amjad […]
Four GB independents join IPP
Four independent candidates elected to the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly have joined the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP). The move strengthens the party’s position in the newly elected assembly and could influence future political alignments. The development is significant as parties seek support to shape the next government in Gilgit-Baltistan. The lawmakers announced their decision during a meeting with […]
PM orders fast-track of 100MW solar project in GB
Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to accelerate work on a 100-megawatt solar power project in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), calling for its early completion to ensure improved and sustainable electricity supply in the region. Chairing a review meeting in Islamabad on Tuesday, the prime minister instructed officials to speed up implementation of the project […]
GB polls postponed to Sept 27 amid Muharram concerns
The Gilgit-Baltistan Election Commission has postponed local government elections from August 2 to September 27 due to Muharram-related concerns. The decision is important as it affects electoral timelines and political activity in the region. Candidates, voters, and political parties are directly impacted by the delay. Chief Election Commissioner Raja Shahbaz Khan announced the revised schedule […]
PPP, PML-N hold talks on forming next Gilgit-Baltistan government
Delegations from the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) met in Gilgit on Thursday to discuss possible arrangements for forming the next government in Gilgit-Baltistan following the recent legislative assembly elections. According to party statements, the meeting focused on various proposals regarding power-sharing and political cooperation after unofficial results showed the […]
Election results halted in five GB constituencies
The Election Commission of Gilgit-Baltistan has withheld results in five constituencies and ordered repolling at selected polling stations. The decision has delayed final election outcomes in multiple seats. It matters for political stability and the completion of the electoral process. According to Chief Election Commissioner Raja Shahbaz, some polling stations in five constituencies will undergo […]
Re-polling ordered at women’s polling station in GBA-15
The Election Commission of Gilgit-Baltistan (EGB) has ordered re-polling at a women’s polling station in constituency GBA-15 after disturbances during voting disrupted the electoral process and prevented many voters from casting their ballots. Read More: FAFEN report reveals 18% gender voting split in 2024 elections According to an official notification issued by the commission, polling at the […]
PPP emerges as largest party in Gilgit-Baltistan legislative assembly elections
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) is set to form the next government in Gilgit-Baltistan after emerging as the largest party in the region’s legislative assembly elections, according to unofficial results released following the June 7 vote. Read More: PPP leads Gilgit–Baltistan polls as independents gain ground Based on Forms-47 issued by returning officers across all 24 constituencies, the […]
PTI claims lead in Gilgit-Baltistan elections based on Form 45 results
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government spokesperson Shafi Jan has claimed that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is leading in the Gilgit-Baltistan elections based on Form 45 results, according to statements made during a media briefing in Peshawar. Read More: GB polling concludes peacefully: PPP, PML-N and PTI claim leads Shafi Jan said that according to Form 45 data, PTI candidates […]