The Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly has passed a resolution calling for Gilgit-Baltistan Interim Province status within Pakistan. The resolution states that granting interim provincial status should not affect Pakistan’s long-standing position on the Kashmir dispute or any future UN-mandated plebiscite. The resolution proposes that Gilgit-Baltistan be given representation in Pakistan’s National Assembly, Senate, and all constitutional institutions. […]
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Gilgit-Baltistan assembly oath ceremony held
The newly elected members of the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly were sworn in on Monday during a formal session held in Gilgit. The oath-taking marks the beginning of a new five-year legislative term. The development is significant as it sets the stage for the formation of a new provincial government in the region. According to election officials, […]
New Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly begins term as members take oath
Thirty newly elected members of the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly took oath on Monday, formally launching a new legislative term and setting the stage for the formation of the region’s next government. The inaugural session was chaired by Speaker Nazir Ahmed Advocate, who administered the oath and congratulated lawmakers after the ceremony. The newly sworn-in assembly reflects […]
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 […]
Gilgit-Baltistan election campaign reaches final stretch
Election campaigning for the Gilgit-Baltistan general elections entered its final day on Friday, with political parties intensifying efforts to attract voters ahead of polling scheduled for June 7. Read More: Gilgit–Baltistan to hold local government elections after 18 years As the campaign period nears its conclusion, major political parties are holding rallies and public meetings across the region […]
Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly Ends Term and Approves Key Bills
The Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly completed its five-year term after passing 12 key bills on its last day. Lawmakers approved tourism and tobacco control bills and supported the regularisation of Rescue 1122 and council staff. The speaker said democratic progress in GB is still developing. He added that members tried to address public issues throughout the term. […]