Baseerat Shinwari is the first woman to run for election in the Orakzai tribal district. She submitted nomination papers for the PK-94 constituency, hoping to obtain a seat in the provincial assembly for the February 8, 2024 general election.
Her participation in upcoming general election 2024 sends an important message about the significance of women’s participation in changing their communities’ future. Following the review of her nomination papers, Shinwari said she believes it is time for women to leave their homes and participate actively in politics in order to bring about constructive change in society. Baseerat Shinwari historic participation in upcoming election is a significant step towards women equality in politics.
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Her courageous move is likely to inspire more women to follow and actively participate in the political process, resulting in a more varied and representative political environment in the region.