Original CNIC mandatory for casting vote: ECP

ISLAMABAD:

 

As the nation heads to the polls today, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has issued important directive, stressing the necessity of presenting the original Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) for casting votes.

In a message to the public, the ECP asserted that individuals must bring their original CNIC to the polling station on the election day, with no exceptions.

No other document including a copy of CNIC, passport and driving license would be acceptable for casting a vote.

The commission further said anyone having an expired CNIC can cast his/her votes.

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