Polling for by-elections in NA-149 constituency ends, counting underway
According to the initial reports, Amir Dogar is leading with 8627 votes.
MULTAN (Web Desk) – The unofficial results are being announced for by-elections in NA-149 constituency in Multan. So far, results for 54 polling stations have been announced. According to the initial reports, Amir Dogar is leading with 8627 votes whereas Javed Hashmi has 6429 votes.
Earlier, in a blatant violation of ECP rules, voters casted their votes after showing it to polling agents at polling station number 205 of NA-149 constituency in Multan.
TV footage showed voters stamping the ballot papers and then showing it to polling agents.
Under the Constitution, elections are to be held by secret ballot. Therefore, the voter is required to mark/stamp the ballot paper in the screened off compartment in the polling station, not in view of any other individuals or polling staff.
Later, Regional Election Commissioner took notice of Dunya News’ report. He said strict action will be taken against voters and presiding officers if found involved.
