Candidates from the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) won the LA-44 and LA-43 seats in the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly unofficial results [1], [2].
These victories in the Mirpur division signal a strong performance for the party during a critical phase of the region's legislative filling process. The results suggest a consolidation of power for the PML-N in key constituencies as they compete with the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) for dominance in the territory.
Unofficial data released between July 27 and July 29 indicate a significant sweep for the party in the Mirpur area. Reports show that the PML-N secured nine out of 13 constituencies in the division [3]. Earlier reports from July 27 had noted a single seat win [1], but updated figures from July 29 confirm the broader victory across the region [3].
The elections were held to fill vacant seats within the Legislative Assembly. The scale of the voting process was substantial, with over 1.3 million voters casting ballots during the second phase of the AJK elections [4]. This phase included polling in the Muzaffarabad division and 12 refugee seats [4].
While the PML-N has shown a strong lead in several seats, the PPP has remained competitive throughout the polls [2]. The unofficial nature of these results means final certifications from the election commission are still pending. However, the current trend highlights the PML-N's ability to mobilize voters in the Mirpur division, a region often pivotal to the assembly's balance of power.
“PML-N secured nine out of 13 constituencies in the division”
The PML-N's dominance in the Mirpur division reinforces the party's influence over the AJK Legislative Assembly. By securing a majority of the seats in this specific region, the party strengthens its bargaining position and governance capacity in Azad Kashmir, provided the unofficial results are upheld in the final tally.
