GB's rights should be protected under any new constitutional amendment, says Bilawal at election rally
PPP Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has called for the protection of Gilgit-Baltistan's rights in any future constitutional amendments. He advocated for holding regional elections simultaneously with Pakistan's general elections to ensure local autonomy.
Why it matters
The political status of Gilgit-Baltistan is a sensitive issue in Pakistan, and these comments highlight ongoing debates regarding regional representation and federal control.
PPP Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari addresses a rally in GB’s Shigar ahead of the June 7 elections in the region, on June 1, 2026. — screengrab via YouTube/Pakistan Peoples Party Listen to article 1x 1.2x 1.5x comments Join our Whatsapp Channel Add Dawn as a trusted source PPP Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said on Monday that any new constitutional amendment should provide protection to the rights of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB).
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