Tight Contest in AJK Supreme Court Bar Elections as Lawyers Cast Votes in Muzaffarabad

Muzaffarabad — The elections for the Supreme Court Bar Association are underway in Muzaffarabad today, with 482 registered lawyers from across the region exercising their right to vote. The contest for the presidency is expected to be closely fought between Raja Aftab Khan, a former president of the Central Bar, and Advocate Bilqees Rasheed Minhas.

While most candidates for other positions have already been elected unopposed, the presidential race has drawn particular attention due to its competitive nature and the influence the position carries within the legal fraternity of the region.

Polling began early Saturday morning and is being held under the supervision of the Election Committee of the Supreme Court Bar Association. Results are expected later tonight, determining the leadership for the 2025–2026 term.

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