30/05/2026
: Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sohail Khan Afridi, has written a letter to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Appellate Court Gilgit Baltistan, calling for transparency, impartiality, and the protection of the public mandate in the upcoming Gilgit Baltistan Assembly elections.
In his letter, the Chief Minister expressed concerns regarding the electoral process and emphasized the need to ensure adherence to the rule of law, constitutional requirements, and the election code of conduct throughout the polling process.
Sohail Khan Afridi stated that free, fair, and transparent elections are the cornerstone of a democratic system and stressed that all political parties and candidates should be provided with equal opportunities. He also called for preventing any form of undue influence or interference in the electoral process.
The Chief Minister urged the Chief Justice to ensure that relevant institutions fulfill their constitutional and legal responsibilities and take necessary measures to strengthen public confidence in the electoral process.
Political activity has intensified across Gilgit Baltistan ahead of the 2026 elections, with various political stakeholders raising concerns and demands regarding the transparency and fairness of the electoral process.