PPP poised to form govt in GB

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) is poised to establish the next government in Gilgit-Baltistan, following unofficial election results that indicate a strong performance. According to Forms-47 released by returning officers, the PPP has secured 11 seats in the 24-member Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly. This outcome positions the PPP as the leading party in the region's political landscape.

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) trails behind with six seats, while candidates supported by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) won two seats. The Muttahida Wahdat-ul-Muslimeen (MWM), an ally of the PTI, secured one seat. Additionally, independent candidates emerged victorious in four constituencies, adding a dynamic element to the assembly's composition.

Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, a key leader of the PPP, declared victory on the social media platform X early Monday. He expressed gratitude for the public's trust and congratulated party members, referring to them as "Jiyalas." Bhutto-Zardari stated that the PPP is emerging as the "single largest party" and will attempt to form the government. His declaration came despite the party raising concerns about alleged rigging during the polling process.

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The Pakistan Peoples Party is emerging as the single largest party and we will be attempting to form government. I am grateful to the people for their trust and congratulations to Jiyalas on their victory.