The ceremony attracts a large gathering of political and social dignitaries, showing broad social representation
The oath-taking ceremony of the newly appointed interim chief minister of Gilgit-Baltistan was held in the regional capital on Tuesday, marking a major administrative transition in the region.
Governor Syed Mehdi Shah administered oath to Justice (R) Yar Muhammad Nasir, former judge of Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Court, who has now officially taken charge as the acting chief minister.
The event attracted a large gathering of political and social dignitaries, showing a broad representation of various segments of society. His participation highlighted the importance of the interim setup as Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) moves towards its next electoral phase.
Federal Minister for Kashmir and British Affairs Amir Muqam was also present at the ceremony, underlining the federal government’s commitment to the political processes of the region.
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Justice Nasir, a native of Nasirabad in Astore district, takes on the acting role with judicial experience and long-standing ties to the region. His appointment is expected to guide the GB during the interim period with a focus on neutrality and administrative continuity. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Sharia and Law from the International Islamic University Islamabad, which he completed in 2008.
The GB Assembly and government were dissolved at midnight on Monday after completing their constitutional mandate. With the dissolution of the assembly, the region’s government was also dissolved, according to an official announcement.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in his capacity as Chairman of the GB Council, approved the appointment of Justice (R) Yar Muhammad Khan as Acting Prime Minister under Article 48-A(2) of the GB Government Order 2018.
