The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Saturday accepted nomination papers of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan for NA-122 Lahore and NA-56 Rawalpindi.
Imran had filed nomination papers for five National Assembly seats including NA-1 (Peshawar-II), NA-56 (Rawalpindi-VII), NA-71 (Mianwali-I) and NA-125 (Lahore-VIII).
Speaking to reporters at the Karachi Airport on Saturday, Khan said the result of the upcoming polls would be similar to the outcome of the 1992 cricket World Cup, which Pakistan had unexpectedly swept under his leadership. Khan also stated that deployment of army at sensitive polling stations was critical for security during polls. He said the democratic process would fail if the people were unable to cast votes owing to security concerns. On seat adjustment with other parties, Khan said negotiations were underway concerning the issue.
According to reports, the returning officer from NA-56 Rawalpindi had reserved ruling on objections raised against Khan’s candidacy on Friday. A local Rawalpindi resident had raised the objection that in his autobiography, “Me and My Pakistan,” Khan had confessed to alcohol consumption liquor- a violation of the constitution. The RO had asked Khan to clarify his position on the allegations.
ECP gives Imran the nod for NA-122, 56
