ECP sets February 7, 2027 for first phase of Punjab local polls
The Election Commission set the date after a hearing in which the Punjab government asked for polls after January 20, citing winter fog, cold weather and the time needed for preparations.
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) set February 7, 2027 as the start of the first phase of Punjab local government elections.
The date was announced on November 5, 2026, in a short order issued after a hearing.
The provincial government had asked for polls after January 20, citing winter fog and preparation time.
Earlier, the province had proposed polls between December 15 and January 15.
Polling will be held in phases across the province, and no dates for later phases were given.