GILGIT-BALTISTAN ELECTIONS: 664 CANDIDATES IN FRAY FOR 24 SEATS, POLLS SET FOR JUNE 7

The Chief Election Commissioner of Gilgit-Baltistan has officially announced that general elections for the region will take place on June 7. A total of 24 seats are open for contest, attracting a substantial number of candidates. The Commission reported that 664 individuals have submitted their nomination papers to participate in the upcoming polls. This includes 645 male candidates and a notably smaller contingent of 19 female candidates. The announcement sets the stage for a competitive electoral process in Gilgit-Baltistan.