Govt Weighs Referendum on New Provinces

Proposal envisages 12 provinces through constitutional amendment in 2027

Preliminary discussions reportedly envisage an amendment in the first half of 2027, dividing Punjab into four provinces, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan into three each, and Sindh into two. Kashmir is also mentioned.

4 Provinces to Become 12? Pakistan's Proposed Referendum Plan Draws Attention

ISLAMABAD: A major proposal to restructure Pakistan’s administrative system has emerged, with discussions underway to increase the number of provinces from the existing four to 12. The proposal also includes the possibility of holding a nationwide referendum to seek public opinion on the proposed changes. Under the initial plan, Punjab could be divided into four […]

Pakistan plans Referendum on 12 New Provinces Under 28th Constitutional Amendment - Pakistan Observer

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s political map could be heading for major shake-up amid discussions over nationwide referendum to expand four provinces into 12. The

Govt weighs referendum on new provinces

DNA ISLAMABAD: A proposal to reorganise Pakistan’s administrative structure by creating 12 provinces through a constitutional amendment is under consideration, with a nationwide referendum being envisioned to seek public approval before the move is formally introduced. According to sources, the plan could form the basis of a proposed 28th Constitutional Amendment and may be taken up during the first half of 2027. Preparatory work and consultatio…

Nationwide Referendum Envisaged On Proposal To Create 12 New Provinces: Sources

ISLAMABAD: A proposal to redraw Pakistan’s administrative map into 12 provinces is under consideration, with a nationwide referendum envisaged ahead of a