Islamabad, In a tragic turn of events, four employees of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) have lost their lives due to a gas leakage incident in Kashmore. Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja has expressed profound grief over this unfortunate incident.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the Chief Election Commissioner, in a condolence message, extended his heartfelt sympathies to the families of the deceased. Understanding the gravity of the situation, CEC Raja has also called for a thorough inquiry into the incident to ascertain the exact cause and circumstances that led to this tragedy.

The loss of the ECP employees has cast a shadow over the Election Commission, with the Chief Election Commissioner emphasizing the need for proper investigation and measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The directive for an inquiry reflects the commitment of the Election Commission to the safety and well-being of its employees.

The Election Commission, under the guidance of CEC Sikandar Sultan Raja, is taking steps to offer support to the families of the deceased during this difficult time. The incident has brought to light the importance of ensuring stringent safety measures in all workplaces to safeguard the lives of employees.