Election Commission of Pakistan Sets Deadline for Bye-Election Campaign in PB-08, Sibi

Independent Report.
Islamabad, October 31, The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has reminded contesting candidates for the upcoming Bye-Election in PB-08, Sibi, to adhere to Section 182 of the Elections Act, 2017. This provision prohibits public meetings and processions within the constituency 48 hours prior to the poll’s conclusion ¹.

According to the ECP, violating this provision may result in imprisonment up to two years, a fine of Rs. 100,000, or both. To ensure compliance, the election campaign for Bye-Election in PB-08, Sibi, will conclude at midnight between November 12 and 13, 2024.

The ECP has urged political parties and candidates to respect this deadline and refrain from campaigning during the specified period. This measure aims to maintain a peaceful and fair electoral process.