Punjab Seeks Constitutional Protection for Local Bodies
The Punjab Assembly has sent a resolution to the federal government, seeking constitutional protection for local governments via an amendment to Article 140-A of the Constitution of Pakistan.
Article 140-A pertains to the establishment of local governments in provinces, stating:
Each Province shall, by law, establish a local government system and devolve political, administrative and financial responsibility and authority to the elected representatives of the local government.
The resolution aims to amend Article 140-A to mandate local government polls within 90 days of dissolution, with the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) responsible for holding local government elections.
Author's summary: Punjab Assembly seeks constitutional protection for local governments.
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