Pakistan Elections 2024: Who Will Win The Game Of Thrones? 9 Key Points

Delayed Results and Allegations

Following prolonged delays in announcing results amid accusations of vote-rigging, the army-backed Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) claimed victory, securing the largest number of seats.

Performance of PPP

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), primarily influential in Sindh, performed better than anticipated, as stated by leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, who found the early results promising.

Imran Khan's Claims and Rejection

Imran Khan, through an AI-generated message, asserted victory, dismissing Nawaz Sharifs earlier declaration. Khan urged supporters to celebrate despite what he labelled as a crackdown on his party.

Overthrow of Khan's PTI

In April 2022, the PML-N and PPP, alongside minor parties, ousted Imran Khans Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) from power, despite PTI securing a narrow majority in the 2018 election.

Coalition Building Necessary

To establish a government, the party led by former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif must negotiate with rivals and independent candidates, indicating the need for coalition agreements.

Sharif's Invitation to Collaborate

Nawaz Sharif, addressing supporters in Lahore, acknowledged the need for collaboration due to insufficient majority, inviting successful parties and candidates to work together.

Independent Candidates' Performance

Independent candidates, including those loyal to Khan, secured significant seats, with at least 99 seats won, challenging established parties.

Distribution of Seats

PML-N secured 71 seats, while PPP acquired 54, with 15 seats yet to be declared out of the 266-seat National Assembly. Minor parties secured 27 seats, with potential implications for coalition formation.

Potential for Coalition Building

PTIs independents, if aligned with other parties, could access additional seats reserved for women and religious minorities, based on party performance in the election.