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ISLAMABAD, Jan 02 (APP):The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Friday directed Special Assistant to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Shafiullah Jan to furnish a written explanation within seven days over allegations leveled against the Commission in connection with the Haripur by-election.
The notice termed Shafiullah Jan’s allegations against the Election Commission in the Haripur by-election as false and misleading, directing him to submit an explanation. It further warned that he must furnish verified evidence, failing which legal action would be initiated.
The notice said Shafiullah Jan alleged that Form-47 had been issued from Islamabad and Form-45 was not uploaded. The Election Commission, however, reviewed the matter and found no evidence to substantiate the claims.
The notice observed that Shafiullah Jan’s remarks appeared aimed at maligning the Election Commission, noting that unverified statements only serve to create unnecessary confusion.
The notice warned that such remarks erode public confidence in the electoral process. It added that, unless substantiated with evidence, the allegations would be deemed baseless and the Election Commission would proceed under the law.