ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Law Minister Ahmad Irfan Aslam vowed to ensure ‘free and fair’ general elections in accordance with Constitution and law.

Law Minister held meeting with provincial ministers and discussed matters pertaining to upcoming general elections to National and provincial assemblies. During meeting, all law ministers underscored importance of upholding principles of democracy and ensuring smooth conduct of elections.

 It was unanimously agreed that Constitution must be read as whole. As per Constitution, conduct of general elections and announcement of elections date is sole competence of Election Commission of Pakistan.

Provincial Law Ministers emphasised general elections to National and four provincial assemblies must be held on same day to ensure harmony amongst all federating units and to avoid unnecessary financial burden on national exchequer.

Discussion highlighted government’s commitment to ensuring free, fair and transparent elections, adhering to principles of democratic governance.

Published in The Daily National Courier, September, 14 2023

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