FIR lodged against Jamshed Dasti for violating code of conduct

MUZAFFARGARH (92 News) – An first information report (FIR) has been lodged against Awami Raj Party chief Jamshed Dasti over violating the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) code of conduct. According to the details, Jamshid Dasti booked for violating the fireworks ban and blocking a road to hold a rally. A case was registered against him for violating the ban on fireworks and blocking a road for holding a public meeting without permission. Dasti is contesting from two National Assembly constituencies NA-182 and NA-183 and a provincial assembly seat in southern Punjab district of Muzaffargarh. Previously the former MNA was arrested and jailed on June 09, 2017 for forcibly opening the sluice gate at a canal to release irrigation water to Dinga minor in the area. On the other hand, the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) candidates among others 363 people were booked for violating the ECP's code of conduct.