PTI announces boycott of AJK elections
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize ISLAMABAD, July 2: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced it will not take part in the upcoming elections in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), citing the current situation on the ground.
- According to reports, the party also suspended all recommendations made by its parliamentary board for awarding tickets to candidates.
- A release from the Central Media Department noted that AJK is going through a serious political and humanitarian crisis.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize ISLAMABAD, July 2: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced it will not take part in the upcoming elections in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), citing the current situation on the ground.
According to reports, the party also suspended all recommendations made by its parliamentary board for awarding tickets to candidates. In a statement, PTI said it stands with the Kashmiri people but cannot be part of the electoral process under present conditions.
A release from the Central Media Department noted that AJK is going through a serious political and humanitarian crisis. Thousands of citizens in Rawalakot and other areas have been holding protests and sit-ins for their legitimate demands. The use of force has already led to loss of life.