Islamabad, The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has categorically denied recent media reports regarding the appointment of retired officers as District Returning Officers (DROs) and Returning Officers (ROs) for upcoming elections. The ECP clarified that these reports are baseless and do not align with the facts.

According to Election Commission of Pakistan, the misleading reports suggested that the Commission had decided to appoint retired officers as DROs and ROs, which is not the case. The ECP has not issued any report confirming such decisions. The Commission has reiterated its commitment to conducting clean, transparent, and impartial general elections. To this end, the ECP has been in constant communication with provincial election commissioners to generate updated lists for the appointment of DROs and ROs. This process is ongoing and is regarded as highly significant in ensuring the integrity of the electoral process. The ECP is meticulously assessing these appointments from various perspectives to guarantee that the general elections are conducted fairly and transparently. The Commission also affirmed its full awareness and adherence to all constitutional obligations regarding the electoral process.