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 GBLA Election 2026  What It Means and Why It Matters The GBLA elections slated for early 2026 (following dissolution in November 2025) represent a fresh opportunity for the people of Gilgit‑Baltistan (GB) to influence the future course of governance, development and social services in the region. With over 9.9 lakh voters registered across multiple districts, the upcoming polls will shape leadership in an area whose constitutional status remains special, and whose residents eagerly await better representation, improved infrastructure, and social development.  Given past performance and growing expectations around education, health, and socio-economic development, many view GBLA 2026 not just as a contest of political parties — but as a referendum on delivery of basic rights and services. ✅ What the 2020–2025 Assembly Accomplished: Facts & Figures The previous GBLA term (elected November 2020) wrapped up in November 2025. According to media and official sources: On it...

 The Cultural Heritage of Gilgit-Baltistan:  A Tapestry of History, Tradition, and Natural Beauty Nestled in the northernmost  region of Pakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan is a land of breathtaking landscapes, towering peaks, and ancient civilizations. Often referred to as the "Jewel of Pakistan," this region is not only a paradise for adventurers and nature enthusiasts but also a treasure trove of cultural heritage. The cultural fabric of Gilgit-Baltistan is woven with threads of history, religion, language, and traditions that have been preserved for centuries, making it a unique and fascinating part of the world.  Historical Significance Gilgit-Baltistan has been a crossroads of civilizations for thousands of years. Its strategic location along the Silk Road connected it to Central Asia, China, and South Asia, facilitating the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures. The region has been influenced by various empires, including the Mauryans, Kushans, Tibetans, and the Briti...

𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐊𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐠, 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐬.    The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), under the Global Affairs canada (GAC) funded BEST4WEER Project, announces the START Enterprise Training and Pre-Incubation Programme for aspiring micro-entrepreneur from Kharmang (women and men), Shigar (women only), and Ghanche (women only) districts.    🔍 Eligibility: Age: 18-35 years Education: At least matriculation Location: Must be a resident of the relevant districts Motivation: Passionate about starting or continuing a career in business 🌍 Districts: Kharmang: Women & Men Shigar: Women Only Ghanche: Women Only 🗓️ Registration Deadline: 18th August 2024 Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain the skills, knowledge and support you need to succeed in your entrepreneurial journey. APPLY NOW! Scan the QR code in the image or v...

1st November 2017 Independence Day of GB HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY TO GILGIT BALTISTAN 1st November is the independence day of Gilgit-Baltistan. It was on this day in 1947 that the people of the area and the Gilgit scouts earned their freedom from Dogra Raj. Please remember the bravehearts who laid down their lives .. to honor their sacrifices !  The Independence Day of Gilgit Baltistan (GB) celebrated on 1st November every year with great zeal and zest by the people of area. A ceremony  held in the different institutes, colleges, GB Secretraits and local leaders of political parties addresses to the people of Gilgit Baltistan.

Abdal Khan (ruler of Skardu, Baltistan and Klein-Tibet) Abdal Khan (also called Abdul Khan) was a son of  Ali Sher Khan  , probably the most important ruler of  Skardu  in  Baltistan  . As a member of the Makpon ruling family of Skardu he ruled only a few years in the first half of the 17th century and lost his throne in 1636 by an invasion arranged by the Indian Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (1627-1658). This ended the independence of the ruling houses in Baltistan for the rest of the 17th century. Historically, the area directly dominated by the Abdal Khan in Baltistan is next to the core land Skardu also  Shigar  ,  Rondu  and  Kartaksho included. In the literary literature of Baltistan, he is still alive today as a sinister figure with the nickname "Mizos" "man-eater". After the death of Ali Sher Khan in the twenties of the 17th century, his eldest son Ahmad Khan took over the rule in Skardu for a short tim...

History of Baltistan Reference: Copied from  http://www.tibet-encyclopaedia.de/baltistan.html    Figure 1: The location of Baltistan in the extreme north-east of Pakistan. Source:    www.lib.utexas.edu/  maps / kashmir.html   Figure 2: The Karakorum Highway (red) from Islamad to Sinkiang and the 170 km long connecting road (black) to Skardu in Baltistan Baltistan (Little-Tibet) Baltistan, formerly also known as Little Tibet (Little Tibet, Petit Tibet, Tibet Minor), is a high mountainous region in the extreme north-east of Pakistan. Baltistan is characterized by its location in the Karakorum stretching between the 35th and 36th northern latitudes over about 650 km, a huge mountain range, with the K2 also the second highest mountain in the world. Less than 1% of the area of ​​Baltistan is irrigated, so that the region, as seen from the oases and mountain pastures along the rivers, consists essentially of in...