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Gilgit-Baltistan Elections 2026 conclude peacefully
Gilgit-Baltistan Elections 2026 concluded peacefully on Sunday as voting for the 24-seat Legislative Assembly came to an end across the region. Polling stations remained open from 8:00am to 5:00pm under strict security, with election officials reporting an orderly voting process.
Preliminary trends and unofficial results have started emerging, while the final outcome will be announced after the completion of vote counting.
Peaceful polling
Voters across Gilgit-Baltistan participated in the democratic process without any major security incidents. Authorities ensured that polling stations operated smoothly throughout the day, allowing citizens to cast their votes in a secure environment.
Security personnel remained deployed at sensitive locations, contributing to a peaceful election atmosphere.
Candidate participation
The elections featured a total of 396 candidates competing for 24 seats in the Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly.
Among them, 266 candidates contested as independents, showing significant local political participation. Only eight women entered the race, with five contesting independently.
The diverse field of candidates reflected growing political engagement across the region.
Early election trends
After polling concluded, the counting process began and preliminary trends started appearing from different constituencies.
Media outlets and election observers continue to monitor the results, while officials have advised the public to wait for the official announcement before drawing conclusions.
The Gilgit-Baltistan Elections 2026 are expected to shape the region’s political direction for the coming years.
Security arrangements
Comprehensive security measures remained in place throughout election day.
Law enforcement agencies worked alongside election staff to maintain order and ensure transparency during polling and vote counting.
The peaceful conduct of the election highlighted the effectiveness of the security plan implemented across Gilgit-Baltistan.
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What comes next
Election authorities will complete the counting process before issuing official constituency-wise results.
Once the final results are declared, the newly elected members will form the next Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly and begin the process of government formation.
Political parties and independent candidates will closely monitor the final tally as the region enters a new phase of governance
Official election information and preliminary polling updates compiled from APP and verified public election coverage. For official results and updates, readers can visit the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) website..
