PML-N issues manifesto ahead of Gilgit-Baltistan elections

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Sunday formally presented its election manifesto for the upcoming Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly Elections 2026, outlining an extensive development and governance reform agenda for the region.

The manifesto was presented in Gilgit by former chief minister and provincial president of PML-N Gilgit-Baltistan, Hafiz Hafeez-ur-Rehman.

According to details, the manifesto includes key constitutional and administrative demands such as Gilgit-Baltistan’s inclusion in the National Finance Commission (NFC) award and an increase in the number of seats in the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly.

The document highlights a wide range of development initiatives, including clean drinking water projects, the establishment of a women’s university and the creation of four new districts in the region.

Other major proposals include judicial reforms, development of an urban transit system and the introduction of local government elections aimed at strengthening grassroots governance.

Party officials said the manifesto featured more than 50 development projects in total, covering infrastructure, education, health and governance reforms.

The PML-N leadership described the manifesto as a comprehensive roadmap for improving public services and accelerating socio-economic development in Gilgit-Baltistan ahead of the 2026 elections.