AJK Election Commission dismisses 'baseless' rumours about delay in July 27 polls
Key takeaways
- In a statement, a spokesperson for the Election Commission said that the polling schedule was issued on June 5 in line with constitutional requirements and the AJK Assembly's constitutional tenure.
- The spokesperson said that rumours regarding a delay in the elections were baseless, rejecting suggestions that the schedule had been announced with any political motive.
- According to the spokesperson, conducting transparent, free and impartial elections on time was a constitutional responsibility of the commission.
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Home latest pakistan world sports showbiz entertainment Royal business health Sci-Tech Food Fact Check big picture Videos shows Watch LIVE TV X Home Latest Pakistan World Sports Showbiz Fact Check big picture Videos Shows LIVE TV Pakistan AJK Election Commission dismisses 'baseless' rumours about delay in July 27 polls PPP Chairman Bilawal reiterates party demand to withdraw "premature" electoral schedule By Web Desk | Published June 14, 2026
The Election Commission of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) on Sunday reaffirmed that general elections in the region will be held on July 27 as scheduled, dismissing speculation about any postponement of the electoral process.
In a statement, a spokesperson for the Election Commission said that the polling schedule was issued on June 5 in line with constitutional requirements and the AJK Assembly's constitutional tenure.