The Islamabad Delimitation Documents process has entered a crucial phase after the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) directed the Ministry of Interior and the Islamabad administration to provide pending records within three days. The commission noted that a previously assigned 10-day deadline had already expired without the required information being submitted.
In an official communication marked “Immediate,” the ECP addressed both the Interior Secretary and the Islamabad Chief Commissioner. The letter referred to a commission meeting held on May 13, 2026, during which authorities were instructed to facilitate the delimitation process for local government elections in the federal capital.
According to the ECP, several key Islamabad Delimitation Documents are still pending. These include notifications regarding the territorial limits of town corporations, details of the number of union councils within each town corporation, and authenticated maps showing census charges, circles, and blocks.
The commission emphasized that these documents are necessary to complete the delimitation exercise and move forward with long-delayed local government elections in Islamabad. Officials expressed concern that administrative delays continue to hinder progress in the electoral process.
The ECP stated that the 10-day deadline previously granted for the submission of information had already lapsed. During its latest meeting, the commission instructed the relevant authorities to ensure all required notifications and updated maps are delivered within the next three days.
The election watchdog also indicated that further legislative measures may be required. It suggested that a National Assembly standing committee could be approached to examine draft legislation, while proposed amendments to rules may be pursued through the federal cabinet if necessary.
The issue of Islamabad Delimitation Documents remains central to preparations for local government elections in the federal capital. The ECP urged both institutions to treat the matter as a priority and expedite the process so that electoral arrangements can proceed without further delays.
