GILGIT: The Election Commission of Gilgit-Baltistan (ECGB) has announced that local government elections across the region will be held on August 2, with authorities beginning preparations to ensure a smooth and transparent electoral process.
Chief Election Commissioner Raja Shahbaz Khan confirmed the polling date, stating that the commission had finalized arrangements for the long-awaited local government elections following the completion of key administrative and electoral requirements. The detailed election schedule is expected to be issued in the coming weeks.
According to election officials, the local government polls are aimed at strengthening grassroots democracy by enabling citizens to elect representatives at the municipal and local council levels. The elections are expected to play a significant role in improving local governance and addressing community-level issues across Gilgit-Baltistan.
The announcement comes as Gilgit-Baltistan is preparing for a busy electoral season. The region is also set to hold general elections for the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly, with the Election Commission having previously finalized the electoral framework and polling schedule for the legislative vote.
Political parties have welcomed the move and are expected to begin mobilizing supporters ahead of the polls. Election observers believe the local government elections will provide an important opportunity for residents to participate directly in decision-making processes affecting their communities.
The Election Commission has reiterated its commitment to conducting free, fair, and transparent elections, while directing relevant authorities to make necessary security and administrative arrangements to facilitate voters across the mountainous region.
