Prominent political figures across Pakistan have been actively participating in the ongoing general elections.
Shehbaz Sharif
Shehbaz Sharif, the President of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), has exercised his voting rights at polling station number 82 situated in Lahore’s NA-128 constituency.
President PML-N Shahbaz Sharif has cast his vote. pic.twitter.com/rY3n42yg1j
— PMLN (@pmln_org) February 8, 2024
Addressing reporters, Sharif urged citizens to participate in the electoral process and vote for the advancement of the nation.
Aseefa Bhutto
Meanwhile, Aseefa Bhutto, also engaged in the democratic exercise, cast her vote and encouraged others to follow suit, emphasizing the importance of civic duty.
— Aseefa B Zardari (@AseefaBZ) February 8, 2024
Nawaz Sharif
Murtaza Solangi
In Islamabad’s NA-46, Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Murtaza Solangi kickstarted the voting process by casting the inaugural vote at a local polling station..
نگران وفاقی وزیر اطلاعات مرتضیٰ سولنگی نے حلقہ این اے 46 کے پولنگ اسٹیشن اسلام آباد ماڈل سکول ڈورہ میں سب سے پہلا ووٹ کاسٹ کیا
— PTV News (@PTVNewsOfficial) February 8, 2024
وفاقی وزیر اطلاعات صبح آٹھ بجے پولنگ شروع ہونے سے قبل پولنگ اسٹیشن پہنچے اور سب سے پہلا ووٹ کاسٹ کیا@murtazasolangi #Elections2024Pakistan pic.twitter.com/DQlqbvCPuR
Murad Ali Shah
Adding to the electoral buzz, former Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah exercised his vote in Sehwan, underlining the importance of each vote in shaping the future of the region.
Siraj Ul Haq
Siraj ul Haq, the leader of Jamaat-e-Islami, exercised his voting right in his ancestral constituency.
Ishaq Dar
Former finance minister, has cast his vote. Ishaq Dar, exercised his voting right in the National Assembly constituency, NA-128.
Ishaq Dar votes for IPP on NA and PMLN on PA.
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, chairman of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), cast his vote in his hometown of Naudero on Thursday and urged citizens to participate in the general elections.
He emphasized the importance of exercising voting rights and condemned the suspension of mobile services in some areas, expressing concern about its impact on voter turnout and information sharing.
"Today, I cast my vote," Zardari declared, emphasizing the importance of civic participation. "People, get out and exercise the power of voting!" he urged, highlighting the democratic process as a cornerstone of the nation's future. Zardari also addressed rumors about potential deals, stating, "My mandate cannot be given to anyone."
However, he expressed concern over the suspension of mobile services in the area, stating that it could potentially hinder voter turnout and affect the coordination of Form 45, which is crucial for transparent elections.
Highlighting the significance of immediate action, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari called for the prompt restoration of mobile services to ensure smooth communication and prevent any disruptions during the voting process. He stressed that any delay in restoring mobile services could lead to difficulties and inconvenience for the public.
Furthermore, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari asserted that the mandate of the people should be respected and that every vote counts. He expressed confidence in the support of the people for the People's Party and anticipated success in the elections.
President Dr. Arif Alvi
Dr. Arif Alvi, President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, casts his vote. He stresses the vital importance of exercising one's democratic right to vote, emphasizing that it is both an Islamic duty and a constitutional obligation to participate in the electoral process.
The Islamic Republic of Pakistan has asked for your personal advice through your vote to elect representatives to the National & Provincial Assemblies. It is therefore your Islamic, constitutional and civic responsibility. We as a family reached our polling station, stood in… pic.twitter.com/ngPnj5jaxv
— Dr. Arif Alvi (@ArifAlvi) February 8, 2024
Khawaja Muhammad Asif
Khwaja Muhammad Asif, PML(N) leader, has exercised his voting rights in Sialkot.
لیگی رہنما خواجہ محمد آصف نے سیالکوٹ میں اپنا ووٹ کاسٹ کر دیا۔
— PMLN (@pmln_org) February 8, 2024
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