The Press Information Department (PID) was dedicated to stimulate electoral understanding among the masses regarding February 8, 2024 general elections by holding awareness campaigns.
In this regard, the PID has already launched a series of seminars to ensure active civic engagement and participation in the electoral process and elections slated for February 8.
According to the PID, the stakeholders being invited to the seminars included representatives from mainstream political parties, the Election Commission of Pakistan, media, academia, civil society and the general public.
These seminars would serve as a platform to educate citizens on the importance of voting, the electoral system, and the role of elected representatives, it added.
The PID said, “By fostering public awareness, the seminars seek to empower individuals to make informed decisions, ultimately contributing to a more robust and accountable democratic system.”
On January 11, the PID organized its first seminar titled ‘Pakistan elections 2024: The Economic Reforms Agenda of Political Parties’ here at a local hotel in Islamabad which had across-the-board representation from the stakeholders.
According to the PID, the spotlight was on the economic reform agendas presented by political parties of Pakistan gearing up for the 2024 elections.
“The electorate is keenly interested in the economic visions put forth by diverse political entities and this exploration aims to provide a concise overview of the economic landscapes envisioned by the key players in Pakistan’s political arena.”
