{"id":54990,"date":"2024-02-01T10:37:06","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T10:37:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/ecp-announces-public-holiday-on-february-8-the-express-tribune\/"},"modified":"2024-02-01T10:37:06","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T10:37:06","slug":"ecp-announces-public-holiday-on-february-8-the-express-tribune","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/ecp-announces-public-holiday-on-february-8-the-express-tribune\/","title":{"rendered":"ECP announces public holiday on February 8 | The Express Tribune"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nISLAMABAD:
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The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) announced a public holiday on February 8, the day general elections are scheduled to be held in the country.\u00a0<\/p>\n

A notification issued by the electoral watchdog stated that\u00a0all workplaces including offices\u00a0and educational institutes –\u00a0both public and private – will remain closed on the day.<\/p>\n

Read<\/strong>: Feb 8 is ballot day<\/a><\/p>\n

The election body stated that the decision had been taken to ensure a positive voter turnout on polling day, with voting scheduled to commence at 8am and end at 6pm.<\/p>\n

Earlier, the ECP\u00a0released the polling blueprint for the polls slated for February 8.<\/p>\n

In a detailed breakdown, the ECP announced the establishment of 90,675 polling stations nationwide. Among these, 522 are situated in non-permanent structures.<\/p>\n

Of the total polling stations, 25,320 are designated for male voters, 23,950 for female voters, and 41,405 as joint polling stations.<\/p>\n

The polling scheme delineates that the province of Punjab boasts 50,944 polling stations, with 35 of them strategically located in non-permanent buildings.<\/p>\n

Out of these stations, 14,556 will be for men, and 14,036 for women, while 22,352 polling stations would be for both men and women.<\/p>\n

Similarly, Sindh has 14,556 polling stations, including 344 housed in non-permanent structures while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will house a total of 15,697 polling stations have been established, with 73 housed in non-permanent buildings.<\/p>\n

Balochistan, with 5,028 polling stations, has 70 constructed in non-permanent buildings.<\/p>\n

The ECP revealed that out of the 276,402 polling booths erected nationwide, 147,560 are designated for male voters, and 127,842 for female voters. This strategic distribution aims to facilitate a smooth and accessible voting experience for citizens across the country.<\/p>\n

Breaking down the booth statistics, Punjab leads with 149,434 booths, followed by Sindh with 65,005 booths, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with 47,081 booths, and Balochistan with 14,882 booths.<\/p>\n

WhatsApp helpline<\/strong><\/p>\n

The ECP has introduced a WhatsApp helpline, aiming to offer citizens a platform to voice their poll-related grievances.<\/p>\n

With over 128 million voters set to cast their ballots on February 8, and a record number of candidates vying for positions, the electoral body\u2019s move aims to address the need for a streamlined communication channel during this crucial electoral period.<\/p>\n

The newly launched WhatsApp helpline, accessible through the number 0327 5050610, particularly caters to individuals with speech and hearing impairments, allowing them to submit their complaints through video messages.<\/p>\n

The initiative is part of the Election Monitoring and Complaint Centre (EMCC) set up by the ECP to effectively manage and address voters’ concerns in the lead-up to the general elections. The move is expected to significantly enhance accessibility and responsiveness in handling complaints.<\/p>\n

In addition to WhatsApp, the ECP has provided alternative channels for lodging complaints. Citizens can submit their grievances via email at complaints@ecp.gov.pk or through the dedicated helpline at 111-327-000, ensuring multiple avenues for communication.<\/p>\n

To streamline the complaint registration process, control rooms have been established at the ECP secretariat, as well as at provincial, divisional, and district-level offices. These control rooms will play a crucial role in handling the registration and resolution of complaints from concerned citizens.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) announced a public holiday on February 8, the day general elections are scheduled to be held in the country.\u00a0 A notification issued by the electoral watchdog stated that\u00a0all workplaces including offices\u00a0and educational institutes –\u00a0both public and private – will remain closed on the day. 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