The first phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Elections 2026 entered crucial stage as vote counting is underway in LA-7 Bhimber, where early unofficial and unconfirmed results show PML-N candidate Chaudhry Tariq Farooq leading the contest.
According to results received from 81 out of 237 polling stations, Chaudhry Tariq Farooq has secured 14,569 votes and is currently in the top position. Independent candidate Chaudhry Anwar-ul-Haq is trailing behind with 9,280 votes, according to the preliminary count.
LA-7 Bhimber Results
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaudhry Tariq Farooq | PML-N | 14,569 | 1st |
| Chaudhry Anwar-ul-Haq | Independent | 9,280 | 2nd |
The results are unofficial and subject to change as vote counting continues and results from the remaining polling stations are awaited.
According to preliminary results from 81 out of 237 polling stations, Chaudhry Tariq Farooq has secured 14,569 votes and is currently ahead of his rivals. Independent candidate Chaudhry Anwar-ul-Haq is placed second with 9,280 votes as counting continues across the constituency.
The constituency witnessed a high-stakes electoral battle, with voters turning out in large numbers during polling. The Election Commission had extended polling time in the Mirpur Division by one hour after an unusually high voter turnout was recorded at polling stations.
Polling continued until 6:00pm to facilitate voters who were still present at polling stations. LA-7 Bhimber remained among the closely monitored constituencies of the first election phase, where political competition remained intense among major parties and independent candidates.
Mirpur Division saw a strong electoral contest, with 126 candidates competing across six constituencies. More than 1.4 million registered voters were eligible to cast their votes, while authorities established 608 polling stations in Bhimber to conduct the electoral process.
Security arrangements remained strict throughout the constituency, with additional personnel deployed to ensure peaceful polling and protect sensitive locations.
As vote counting progresses, all eyes remain on LA-7 Bhimber, where further polling station results are expected to determine whether PML-N maintains its early advantage or if the contest shifts in later rounds.
AJK Elections 2026: Vote Count, Latest Results, and Party Position
