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ISLAMABAD, Oct 20 (APP): The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Monday announced a ban on the posting and transfer of government officers in Faisalabad and Sahiwal districts, aiming to ensure free, fair, and transparent by-elections in the respective constituencies.
The restrictions apply to all officers serving in these districts during the election period.
By-elections are scheduled in the constituencies NA-96 Faisalabad-II, NA-104 Faisalabad-X, NA-143 Sahiwal-III, PP-98 Faisalabad-I, and PP-203 Sahiwal-VI on Nov 23.
The notification states that the ban will remain in effect until the official announcement of the names of the successful candidates.
Additionally, the ECP has barred government officials and elected representatives — including those from local bodies — from announcing development schemes in constituencies undergoing by-elections, effective until November 23, 2025.