First Case of Alleged Electoral Fraud Registered in Gilgit-Baltistan Elections 2026

Gilgit (Special Correspondent) – The first case related to alleged electoral fraud has been registered during the ongoing campaign for the Gilgit-Baltistan General Elections 2026, involving accusations of irregularities linked to a government employee’s vote.

According to details, the First Information Report (FIR) was registered at the City Chilas Police Station in Diamer district of Gilgit-Baltistan.

The FIR has named Khush Muhammad, a candidate of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party contesting from Tangir and reportedly the nephew of former Chief Minister Gulbar Khan, in connection with the case.

The report claims that a fake stamp of a senior superintendent of police (SSP) was used in the alleged incident. Police stated that action has already been initiated following the discovery.

The complainant alleged that the accused prepared a ballot paper using a forged official stamp and submitted it along with a copy of a national identity card. The complainant has demanded strict legal action against those involved.

Police confirmed that investigations into the alleged forgery case are ongoing and stated that no one is above the law, adding that strict action will be taken against anyone found involved in fraud.

It is worth noting that the general elections in Gilgit-Baltistan are scheduled to be held on June 7, 2026.