Osama Abdul Karim to contest PP-289 by-poll on PML-N ticket

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has issued its party ticket to Osama Abdul Karim for the upcoming by-election in PP-289, Dera Ghazi Khan, 24NewsHD TV reported on Friday.

According to party sources, Osama Abdul Karim, who is the son of Senator Hafiz Abdul Karim, has been officially nominated by the ruling party.

A letter confirming his candidacy has been issued by PML-N President Nawaz Sharif, finalising the party’s decision.

Osama Abdul Karim will contest the by-election on the PML-N’s election symbol “Tiger”.

It is worth noting that the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) issued the by-election schedule for PP-289 on December 6.

Polling for the constituency is scheduled to take place on Sunday, January 25, 2026, in Dera Ghazi Khan.

The seat fell vacant after Sardar Mahmood Qadir Leghari was elected as an MNA, necessitating the by-election.