IHC Seeks Feedback on Petition for Domicile Requirement in Senate Elections

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has requested feedback from respondents regarding a petition that calls for making domicile of the federal capital mandatory for candidates running for senate seats in Islamabad. The petition was presented by former president of IHC Bar Council, Nayab Gardezi, during a hearing presided over by Chief Justice Aamer Farooq.

The petitioner's counsel argued that as two seats in the upper house are designated for the federal capital, it should be a requirement for candidates vying for these seats to hold a domicile from Islamabad. The court has issued notices to the respondents and postponed further proceedings until May 14.

The issue of domicile requirements for political candidates is a matter of significance in ensuring representation and accountability in the electoral process. By mandating a domicile from the federal capital for senate candidates in Islamabad, the petition aims to address concerns related to local representation and commitment to the region's interests.

The decision of the Islamabad High Court to seek comments on the petition underscores the importance of ensuring that candidates contesting senate seats in Islamabad have a direct connection to the federal capital. The outcome of this case could have implications for future electoral regulations and the representation of Islamabad's residents in the upper house.