Polling begins in Gilgit-Baltistan general elections for 24 seats amid tight security
Key takeaways
- According to the Election Commission, voting started at 8am and will continue until 5pm without any break.
- Authorities completed electoral and security preparations ahead of polling day, while law enforcement agencies conducted flag marches in various areas to demonstrate readiness and maintain order.
- The Election Commission has established 1,391 polling stations across all districts of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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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 Polling begins in Gilgit-Baltistan general elections for 24 seats amid tight security Total of 958,480 registered voters are eligible to exercise their right to vote, says election commission By Web Desk | Published June 07, 2026
GILGIT: Polling began across Gilgit-Baltistan on Sunday for elections to 24 seats of the regional assembly, with more than 400 candidates in the running and security tightened across the mountainous region to ensure a peaceful voting process.
According to the Election Commission, voting started at 8am and will continue until 5pm without any break. A total of 958,480 registered voters are eligible to exercise their right to vote.