ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ata Tarar has expressed that individuals claiming rigging should initially engage directly in the procedure. He highlighted that alleging rigging without involvement is incorrect and the greatest mistake in politics is to abstain from voting.
During an event Tarar mentioned that the government is implementing steps to support media, underlining its crucial part in the recent fight, for truth. he stressed that it was very important to reply to the enemy in his own language.
He admired the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) as a perfect partner in the coalition always providing firm support. Along with that, he praised the JI for holding the protest and huge rallies with ease and peace.
Regarding social media campaigns targeting security agencies, Ata Tarar voiced worry emphasizing that open dialogue and communication are vital for solving political challenges. He reaffirmed that constructive conduct and cooperation on platforms are crucial for tackling problems such, as misinformation.
Tarar concluded by underscoring that resolving challenges requires a collective approach, especially in tackling misinformation through responsible digital media.
ECP takes notice of Asad Qaiser’s rigging allegations in by-elections
Earlier on Monday, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has responded to allegations made by Asad Qaiser, a leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), alleging that the commission changed the results of the recent by-elections.
It is said that the ECP has instructed the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) to provide a transcript of Qaiser’s statements. Once the transcript is examined the Election Commission will determine whether any legal measures should be pursued concerning the accusations.
Asad Qaiser, addressing the press asserted that the ECP personnel had posted results, on the official site during the by-elections. He conveyed his dissatisfaction describing it as “unfortunate” that these mistakes were happening and accused the commission of damaging the credibility of the process.
“Once again, the true face of the Election Commission has been exposed,” Qaiser stated, adding that if this was the norm, for managing elections it would have been preferable to release a direct notification rather than organizing elections.
This progress occurs during a continuing contempt of court matter in the ECP concerning PTI’s founder, who has earlier expressed worries about the commission’s behaviour in elections.
The Election Commission’s decision to investigate the allegations introduces an element of complexity to the political scenario, especially as the PTI persists in questioning the legitimacy of the election procedure.
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