DG ECP Shamshad Mehsud Martyred in K-P’s Tank

Election Commission calls for stronger security measures for government employees following Shamshad Akhtar’s death

Staff Report

ISLAMABAD: Director General Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) Shamshad Akhtar Mehsud was martyred in Tank district of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa on Saturday, after unidentified armed assailants opened fire on him.

He had traveled to his hometown of Tank following the passing of his brother the previous day. Security forces and police have launched a search operation in the area to locate the attackers.

In a statement, the ECP spokesperson described the incident as a targeted killing and paid tribute to the deceased, describing him as a dedicated and conscientious public servant. The statement added that he was respected by colleagues and had no known personal enmity with anyone.

The Chief Election Commissioner, commission members, ECP secretary and other employees expressed profound sorrow over the death and extended their condolences to the bereaved family. They prayed for the deceased’s forgiveness and a high place in the hereafter, while asking Allah to grant patience and strength to his family.

The commission also urged the government to take effective steps to ensure the safety of public servants amid the continuing threat of militant violence.