A. Lahore
B. Karachi
C. Peshawar
D. Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT)
The suspension of local government elections in Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) was authorized by Pakistan’s Federal Cabinet on January 2, 2026 during its first meeting of the year. The decision was made in response to legal and administrative obstacles to conducting the polls efficiently and guaranteeing appropriate electoral procedures.
Since local government elections are essential for citizen engagement in municipal decision-making, this action spurred conversations about political representation and governance in the federal capital. Authorities stated that in order to ensure justice and transparency, rules and frameworks must be finalized before the elections.
Key points:
- Date of Decision: January 2, 2026
- Accepted by Pakistan’s Federal Cabinet
- Reason: Polling presents administrative and legal difficulties.
- Designed to guarantee openness and appropriate electoral procedures