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Election Tribunal Dismisses PTI, PML-N, PPP Poll Rigging Petitions
The Election Tribunal has rejected all petitions filed by PTI, PML-N, and PPP regarding the February 8 elections. Out of 371 petitions, only three were accepted, none from major parties.
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by News Desk
2025-02-19
Election Tribunal Dismisses PTI, PML-N, PPP Poll Rigging Petitions

The Election Tribunal has yet to accept any petitions filed by candidates backed by PTI, PML-N, or PPP regarding alleged rigging in the February 8 general elections, including those related to the Form 47 controversy.

According to official records, a total of 371 election petitions were submitted:

  • 206 petitions by PTI-supported candidates
  • 48 by PML-N
  • 27 by PPP

However, only three petitions were accepted, none of which were filed by candidates from these major political parties.

Election Tribunal’s Decisions

According to a Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN) report, the Election Tribunal has decided 112 petitions so far, with all petitions filed by PTI, PML-N, and PPP candidates being dismissed. The breakdown of rejected petitions is as follows:

  • 38 petitions by PTI-backed independent candidates
  • 27 petitions by PPP candidates
  • 16 petitions by PML-N candidates

Only three petitions were accepted, but one remains undecided due to the death of the petitioner.

Form 47 Controversy and Election Transparency

The rejection of these petitions has intensified concerns over election transparency, especially regarding Form 47, which opposition parties claim was manipulated in several constituencies. PTI, in particular, has been vocal about alleged electoral fraud and the delay in election results, demanding a thorough investigation.

However, with the Election Tribunal dismissing all petitions from major parties, the legal battle over the February 8 election results appears to be reaching a standstill.

Conclusion

With no legal relief from the Election Tribunal, opposition parties may now explore alternative legal and political strategies. As Pakistan navigates its post-election landscape, the rejection of these petitions raises questions about electoral accountability and the future of democratic processes in the country.
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