Quetta Presiding Officer (PO) Zumark Achakzai administered the oath from the Fifty-six newly elected lawmakers of the Balochistan Assembly on Wednesday.
Speaker Zumark Achakzai welcomed the new members and said he hoped that the new assembly will work together for the development of the province. “Together we have to take the province forward.”
Assembly staff ensured preparation for reception of the newly elected members.
Balochistan Assembly's inaugural session comes on the same day newly-elected members of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly took of thier their office.
Must Read: Results of Balochistan Assembly
Total 5,026 polling stations were established across Balochistan, with 1,651 earmarked as most sensitive and 2,249 classified as sensitive, ensuring comprehensive coverage and accessibility for voters.
To ensure the seamless execution of the electoral process, a rigorous training program was conducted for 51,379 polling officers and other staff members involved.
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Presiding Officer Zamrak Khan Achakzai led the oath-taking ceremony, swearing in a total of 56 MPAs.#SamaaTV pic.twitter.com/VrxFFbmpfn
Reflecting on past electoral dynamics, the 2018 general elections witnessed the Balochistan Awami Party securing 15 seats, paving the way for governance in the province.
The formation of the government included 4 independent candidates, with representation from 4 women and one non-Muslim seat. Jam Kamal Khan ascended to the role of Chief Minister, marking a significant milestone in the province's political trajectory.
