The Pakistani general election 2024

This report critically examines Pakistan's 2024 general elections, focusing on political repression, economic instability, and the role of digital disruptions. The election was marked by controversy as the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) faced severe restrictions, although the PTI-backed independent candidates secured significant number of parliamentary seats. Despite allegations of manipulation, a coalition government led by the Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) emerged. The report analyzes the economic concerns, including inflation, income inequality, and structural privileges that exacerbate social unrest. It also investigates the role of the military establishment in influencing political outcomes and the censorship of digital spaces to control electoral narratives. The findings highlight the ongoing struggle to establish a stable democracy in Pakistan, where economic challenges and political suppression continue to shape voter behavior and governance structures.