First Phase of AJK Elections Begins in Mirpur Division

The first phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) elections has commenced in the Mirpur division, with 1.4 million voters heading to the polls. This marks the beginning of the electoral process in the region.

27 Jul, 01:09 — 27 Jul, 03:00

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Why this matters

These elections are crucial for the political landscape of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, a self-governing territory under Pakistani administration. The outcome will determine the composition of the regional legislative assembly and leadership.

Key entitiesAzad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK)Mirpur Division

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The first phase of AJK elections has begun in Mirpur division
Polling started at 8 AM and will conclude at 5 PM
Today (Monday) has been declared a public holiday in the election areas

Key claims2 agreed · 1 unverified

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The first phase of AJK elections covers 13 constituencies in Mirpur division.

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Polling began at 8 AM and will continue until 5 PM.

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Approximately 1.4 million voters are heading to polls in the first phase.

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Breakdown of constituencies by district within Mirpur Division (Mirpur, Bhimber, Kotli)

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Total number of registered voters participating in the first phase

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DawncentercenterneutralMostly Factualfactual reporting on election start

express-tribunecentercenterneutralMostly Factualneutral reporting of election details

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Both outlets provide straightforward, factual reporting on the election's commencement without discernible political leanings or commentary.

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DawnMostly Factual2d ago

First phase of AJK polls begins in Mirpur division

The first phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) elections have begun in the 13 constituencies of Mirpur division. Polling began at 8am and will continue till 5pm. Today (Monday) has been declared a public holiday in all three districts — Bhimber, Mirpur, and Kotli — of the division to facilitate polling. A total of 288 candidates are contesting today’s election. According to the Election Commission, polling will be held at 2,316 polling stations, of which 1,241 have been declared ‘highly ...

By none@none.com (News DeskTariq Naqash)

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express-tribuneMostly Factual2d ago

First phase of AJK elections begins as 1.4m voters head to polls

First phase covers Mirpur Division's 13 constituencies, comprising 4 seats in Mirpur, 3 in Bhimber, 6 in Kotli

By Shafiq Abbasi

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First report: express-tribune · 27 Jul, 01:09|Full coverage: 2 · 2h|Window: 2h

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express-tribune27 Jul, 01:09First to report

First phase of AJK elections begins as 1.4m voters head to polls

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Dawn27 Jul, 03:00Latest update

First phase of AJK polls begins in Mirpur division

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Election Commencement2026-07-27 morning

Reports confirm the start of polling in Mirpur division, marking the beginning of the AJK elections.

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First phase of AJK polls begins in Mirpur division

First phase of AJK elections begins as 1.4m voters head to polls

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First phase of AJK elections begins as 1.4m voters head to polls

First phase of AJK polls begins in Mirpur division

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