The anticipated schedule for the upcoming general elections in Pakistan isexpected to be disclosed by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP)during the initial week of December 2023, as per reports from ARY News,citing inside sources. Alongside this schedule, the ECP is also poised toreveal the specific date for the forthcoming polls. This development marksa significant step in the democratic process within Pakistan.
According to information provided by sources within the Election Commissionof Pakistan (ECP), the forthcoming elections will be conductedsimultaneously across the nation, encompassing the central government andall four provincial regions.
Nevertheless, it is crucial to underscore that the sole authority toofficially announce the election date resides with the ECP. This decisionrepresents a pivotal moment in the lead-up to the elections, with a focuson transparency and accountability.
Earlier, President Arif Alvi had proposed November 6, 2023, as thedesignated date for Pakistan’s general elections in a letter addressed tothe Chief Election Commissioner. President Alvi’s rationale for this timingwas rooted in the dissolution of the National Assembly on August 9, 2023,based on the Prime Minister’s advice.
The Constitution of Pakistan grants the president the authority to proclaiman election date “not later than ninety days from the date of thedissolution of the assembly.” As a result, the election is slated to beheld on Monday, November 6, 2023, marking a significant constitutionalmilestone.
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This announcement serves as the culmination of a protracted and extensivedebate spanning several months, which revolved around the question ofwhether the President or the ECP holds the rightful authority to announcethe date for the impending polls.
The resolution of this matter represents a vital aspect of Pakistan’sdemocratic processes and reinforces the importance of adhering to theconstitutional framework.
