The PTI has announced the postponement of its scheduled intra-party elections due to security concerns and the recent loss of its electoral symbol. The party’s recent struggle in maintaining its symbol has led members to contest elections as independent candidates, fearing issues such as horse-trading and floor crossing. In an attempt to regain its symbol, the PTI had planned to hold internal polls on February 5th but has now decided to reschedule them after the upcoming general elections. The party has cited the “unfortunate security situation created by the administration” and the concerns expressed by its members as reasons for the postponement. The party will announce a new schedule for the elections in the near future.