Arrangements ready for GB polls: CEC

GILGIT, Chief Election Commissioner of Gilgit-Baltistan Rahim Nawaz Khan Durrani Monday said the government machinery would not interfere in the elections, adding all the arrangements have been completed for the elections in November 12. Addressing a press conference here at Gilgit Election Commission office, he said all the district election commissioners and polling staff have been directed to ensure on time arrival at their respective stations to ensure free and fair elections. The GB CEC said all the polling officers would sign at the back of ballot paper, which would be held suspicious in case the signature is not there. The computerized NIC would be necessary for the casting vote in the polls. Voter’s thumb would be marked with black ink. Immediate action would be taken on complaints of violation of electoral laws.