PAKISTAN PROTEST ELECTIONS

Protest against alleged rigging in general elections

epa11184414 Supporters of different political parties, including Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA), Jamiat Ulma-e-Islam (JUI-F) and Jamat-e-Islami (JI) protest against alleged rigging in general elections in Karachi, Pakistan, 27 February 2024. Five opposition parties announced a 'Black Day' protest against alleged heavy-handedness by a provincial government towards peaceful protesters, with leaders from GDA, PTI, JI, JUI-F, and MQM-H raising concerns about mistreatment and arrests of demonstrators. Accusations were made regarding stolen mandates in elections, with PTI-Sindh president claiming 30 seats were taken. Allegations of rigging through delimitation and lack of security measures during elections were highlighted, with claims of disruptions and detentions during recent protests. The groups criticized the Election Commission, judiciary, and establishment for alleged facilitation of rival parties, with reports of released workers following appeals and police raids. EPA/SHAHZAIB AKBER

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