IPP Aims to Secure Presence in AJK Assembly; PPP Demands Probe into Kotla Irregularities

The Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) has set its sights on entering the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly, signalling its growing political ambitions in the region. Party leaders are said to be confident about making inroads in the upcoming electoral contest, as they work to expand their footprint beyond mainstream Pakistani politics.nnIn a separate development, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has raised serious concerns over the electoral process in Kotla. The party has alleged that irregularities were committed during the voting or counting process in the area, and has formally called upon the Election Commission to step in and investigate the matter thoroughly.nnThe PPP’s demand for an inquiry adds to the mounting political tension in the AJK electoral landscape, as parties continue to trade accusations over the conduct of the polls. The Election Commission has yet to issue an official response on the matter, but the call for a probe underscores the charged atmosphere surrounding the elections.nn— Staff Report, Awam Kee Awaz