How many candidates are participating in Lahore election for 14 NA seats

LAHORE (Daily Point) — Lahore is bracing itself for a highly competitive electoral showdown, with an astounding 470 candidates throwing their hats into the ring for the city’s 14 National Assembly seats in the upcoming general elections.

This competition sets the stage for a dynamic and potentially unpredictable race for public office.

The provincial assembly elections are also capturing significant attention, witnessing a remarkable 1,408 nomination papers filed for the 30 available seats. This indicates a diverse array of candidates eager to serve their respective constituencies.

Several notable figures have entered the fray, including:

NA-117: A total of 38 candidates, including Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party President Abdul Aleem Khan, have submitted their documents for this constituency.
NA-118: Hamza Shehbaz, PML-N leader and son of former prime minister Shehbaz Sharif, is among the 19 candidates contesting from NA-118.
NA-119: Maryam Nawaz, PML-N leader and daughter of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, is in a competition against 34 candidates, including Aleem Khan, from this constituency.
NA-120: The constituency has seen around 38 nomination papers, featuring PML-N’s Maryam Nawaz, Khawaja Saad Rafique, and Ayaz Sadiq.
NA-122: Former PTI chairman Imran Khan is up against 36 candidates in this constituency.
NA-123: PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif and PTI leader Afzal Pahat are among the 20 contestants for this seat.
NA-127: PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari and PML-N’s Shaista Pervaiz Malik are among the 36 candidates for this constituency.
NA-130: Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif and former PTI minister Dr Yasmin Rashid are among the 28 candidates vying for this seat.

Meanwhile, NA-124 has received 23 nomination papers, NA-125 has 27, NA-126 has 22, NA-128 has 33, and NA-129 has 28, showcasing the extensive participation of candidates across various constituencies.

This list represents only a fraction of the major contenders, as the comprehensive candidate lineup encompasses individuals from diverse political parties, independent aspirants, and newcomers entering the political arena. Given the expansive and varied field, forecasting the election outcome remains a challenging task.

In the coming weeks, the scrutiny process for nomination papers will unfold, alliances will take shape, and the political landscape will buzz with rallies, debates, and campaigns. Lahore residents can anticipate a vibrant and engaging election season as the city prepares for the electoral spectacle.