ECP Warns Employees Against Political Involvement

News Desk

Islamabad: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) issued a pre-general election advisory on Tuesday, instructing government officers and employees to refrain from participating in political activities.

The advisory specifies that government officials and employees are prohibited from taking part in election activities.

According to the issued circular, government officials and employees are restricted from engaging in election activities.

Government officials seeking leave must obtain approval from Returning Officers (ROs), while district officers are obligated to seek permission from the District Returning Officers (DRO) for their leaves.

According to the ECP advisory, federal government employees up to grade 19 can have their leave sanctioned by DROs.

The advisory specifies that officers in Grades 20 and above are required to obtain leave approval directly from the Commission.