- Supreme Court to announce ruling on SIC’s appeal tomorrow.
- Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa leads a 13-member bench deliberation.
- Case revolves around PTI-backed candidates’ claim to reserved seats.
The Supreme Court of Pakistan is poised to announce its decision tomorrow on the appeal filed by the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC), backed by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), challenging the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) denial of reserved seats. Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa presided over a consultative session with a 13-member bench today, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing legal battle.
The case stems from the aftermath of February 8 elections, where over 80 PTI-backed independent candidates, later aligned with the SIC, sought reserved seats for minorities and women. However, the ECP declined these allocations citing procedural lapses, a decision upheld by the Peshawar High Court (PHC).
The SC’s impending ruling holds significant political implications, potentially reshaping the composition of the national Assembly and affecting the balance of power among major political factions. The verdict follows extensive hearings and arguments from all parties involved, including the federal government and the electoral body.
This decision comes amidst heightened political tensions and debates over electoral fairness and procedural integrity, reflecting broader concerns over democratic processes and representation in Pakistan’s legislative bodies.