The Election Commission on Saturday issued the official list of contesting candidates for the Senate By-Election 2026 from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on a general seat. According to Form-54 issued under relevant election rules, a total of five candidates including Asghar Ali son of Basheer Ahmad Khan (Pakistan Muslim League-N), Raheela Bibi wife of Saleem Ullah (Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians).

Sajad Khan Mohmand son of Sayed Ahmad (Independent), Abdul Haseeb son of Saleem Shah (Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam Pakistan), and Irfan Saleem son of Abdul Aziz (Independent) will contest the elections. It is hereby notified that polling will be held on April 23, 2026 (Thursday), between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The Election Commission has directed all concerned to ensure necessary arrangements for the smooth and transparent conduct of the by-election.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)