Islamabad, The Election Commission of Pakistan has officially allocated the election symbol “Lantern (162)” to the Awami National Party for the upcoming General Election in 2024. This symbol will represent the party on ballots and in election-related materials.

According to Election Commission of Pakistan, the decision to assign the “Lantern” symbol to the Awami National Party was made in preparation for the General Election 2024. The communication directed that the relevant District Returning Officers and Returning Officers should be informed of this allocation to ensure consistency across electoral processes.

This allocation of election symbols is a routine part of the electoral process in Pakistan, where symbols play a crucial role in helping voters identify their preferred parties and candidates, especially in areas with low literacy rates. The symbol of a “Lantern” for the Awami National Party is now set to be a key identifier for the party in the upcoming elections.