In a closely watched electoral battle in NA-130, Lahore, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Nawaz Sharif emerged victorious, securing a decisive win over independent candidate Dr. Yasmin Rashid.
Despite initial leads, Dr. Rashid, supported by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), faced defeat as Sharif clinched the seat with an impressive tally of 171,024 votes, while Dr. Yasmin Rashid garnered 115,043 votes.
The elections saw thirteen candidates failing to secure a single vote, sparking concerns over transparency. Alongside Sharif, other members of the Sharif family, including Maryam Nawaz, Shehbaz Sharif, and Hamza Shehbaz, also celebrated victories.
However, PML-N candidate Khawaja Saad Rafique suffered a major upset, losing to PTI-backed independent candidate Sardar Latif Khosa. Despite the setback, Rafique gracefully conceded defeat and extended congratulations to his opponent.
Meanwhile, Mian Azhar, father of PTI leader Hammad Azhar, secured a significant victory with a margin of over 30,000 votes. The election results underscore the intense competition and shifting political dynamics in Lahore, with Sharif’s win signaling a resurgence of PML-N while PTI faces setbacks in key constituencies.
Independent candidates supported by PTI emerged as formidable challengers in some areas, reflecting the evolving voter sentiments in the region. As political observers analyze the implications of these results on national politics, the aftermath of the elections prompts reflection and analysis among commentators and analysts alike, highlighting the intriguing developments and surprises witnessed in Lahore’s electoral arena.
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