ISLAMABAD, Jan 05 (Express Tribune/BBC): With the next general elections hardly a month away, the Senate passed a resolution on Friday seeking a delay in elections citing security concerns.
The resolution, presented by independent Senator Dilawar Khan, was opposed by Caretaker Information Minister Murtaza Solangi and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senator Afnan Ullah Khan.
The upper house of parliament has a total of 100 members, out of which a mere 14 were present during today's session.
The resolution read that, "The Constitution of Pakistan upholds the right to vote for every citizen of Pakistan. The Constitutional duty assigned to the Election Commission of Pakistan to conduct free and fair elections is contingent upon inclusivity and ensuring the participation of all regions and people," it maintained, adding that the "voter turnout in colder areas remains notably high during moderate weather conditions".
Senate passes resolution seeking delay in Pakistan polls
FE Team | Published: January 05, 2024 23:17:06
Senate passes resolution seeking delay in Pakistan polls
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