Following a hearing on the petition concerning the election results of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Salman Akram Raja, the Lahore High Court has reserved its decision.
Justice Ali Baqir Najafi presided over the session where arguments were presented on Salman Akram Raja’s petition regarding the delayed release of election results. After careful consideration of the arguments, Justice Najafi reserved the verdict, which is expected to be announced shortly.
The petitioner’s legal representative emphasized that the issue was not solely about the vote count but rather about a violation of electoral rules. According to the Election Act, it was stressed that candidates must be present during the result compilation process for transparency and compliance with regulations.
Furthermore, the petitioner’s counsel emphasized the central question before the court: whether election results can be considered valid in the absence of the candidate during the compilation process.
It was highlighted that only 13 polling stations were declared in the presence of the petitioner’s representatives.
In response to the arguments, the government’s legal representative suggested that any election-related grievances should be directed to the Commission, urging the petitioner to pursue the matter through appropriate channels.
