PML-N Intensifies Campaign Ahead of Final AJK Election Phase, Seeks Two‑Thirds Majority in 45‑Member Assembly.

With August 10 voting approaching, the Pakistan Muslim League‑N (PML‑N) intensified its campaign in Rawalakot Division of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The party said the upcoming elections in Bagh and Haveli would decide the final composition of the 45‑member Legislative Assembly and help form the next AJK government. At a public rally in Haveli, adviser on political affairs Rana Sanaullah told the crowd that the first two phases of the election had shown strong support for PML‑N. He said the results left his party in a good position to secure a two‑thirds majority in the Assembly. Sanaullah highlighted that votes in HAVELI and three seats in Bagh – LA‑14 Bagh‑I, LA‑15 Bagh‑II and LA‑16 Bagh‑III – are expected to give PML‑N the numbers needed for a two‑thirds majority. He added that the party’s victories would enable it to fulfill its election promises and accelerate development projects in coordination with the federal government. He rejected allegations of electoral manipulation, stating the first two phases were held transparently and peacefully, and that claims of rigging were baseless. PML‑N reiterated its commitment to political stability and national unity, and pledged continued support for the people of Indian‑occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The third phase will cover the four Bagh constituencies and Haveli on August 10. Rawalakot and Sudhnoti districts will vote later. The outcome of these final counts will determine the next government in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The report is based on statements from Rana Sanaullah and other PML‑N officials and was published by The Express Tribune on August 7, 2026.