Government sources indicate that the Islamabad local body elections, originally scheduled for February 15, 2026, may face another delay due to proposed legislative changes.
Officials are reportedly preparing a new ordinance to amend the Islamabad Local Government Act.
The proposed amendments include changes in the number and boundaries of Union Council (UC) wards, with general seats potentially increasing from six to nine.
In addition, reports suggest that specific seats reserved for farmers and laborers may be reallocated to businessmen and technocrats, while women’s representation could be reduced.
The political impact is already evident.
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has withdrawn the notification for its parliamentary board for Islamabad’s local elections, citing uncertainty in the electoral process.
The Election Commission of Pakistan had previously set February 15 as the official polling date. However, with the government considering new legal amendments, the likelihood of further postponement has increased, raising concerns among political parties and voters alike.
This development adds to growing apprehension about the transparency and fairness of upcoming
