GB Election Commission postpones local bodies polls to Sept 27 due to Muharram (opens original article in a new tab)

Gilgit-Baltistan Election Commission postponed local body elections from August 2 to September 27, citing religious considerations during Muharram. The commission extended nomination paper scrutiny to August 10, 2026, and confirmed elections will be party-based with a minimum candidate age of 25.

• GB Election Commission postponed local bodies polls to September 27 due to Muharram
• Nomination paper scrutiny extended to August 10, 2026
• Elections will be held on party basis with minimum candidate age of 25