The Election Commission of Pakistan on Thursday allocated Rs 17 billion for security related to the upcoming general election in 2024.
A meeting was held to overview the security arrangements for the upcoming general elections scheduled to be held on February 8, 2024.
According to well-informed sources, the meeting, attended by the Inspector Generals of all four provinces, briefed the meeting members about the polling day security arrangements.
Reports indicate that to ensure a peaceful election in the country, a total of 600,000 police officials are necessarily required.
Sources further revealed that only 200,000 police officials are currently available leaving a significant shortfall, with an additional 400,000 personnel required to meet the basic security requirements for elections. Meanwhile, 58 percent of polling stations have been declared sensitive.
