The Election Commission of Pakistan has officially postponed the elections in three constituencies—NA-8 (Bajaur), PK-22 (Bajaur), and PK-91 (Kohat) —scheduled for February 8 due to the death of two candidates contesting in those constituencies.

As per the ECP notification, elections in PK-91 (Kohat III) have been deferred due to the death of candidate Asmatullah Khan. Similarly, polls in two Bajaur constituencies (NA-8 and PK-22) have also been postponed following the death of Rehan Zeb Khan.

“Fresh proceedings will commence after the general elections 2024 and the schedule for said constituencies will be announced,” the ECP added.

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