The by-election for NA‑129 Lahore‑XIII was held on 23 November 2025, and the unofficial results have now been released, showing a decisive win and notable shifts in the political scene in Punjab.
According to detailed vote-counts, the candidate from Pakistan Muslim League (N) (PML-N), Hafiz Mian Muhammad Noman, emerged comfortably ahead with approximately 63,441 votes, while his main rival, an independent backed by Pakistan Tehreek‑e‑Insaf (PTI), Chaudhry Arsalan Ahmad, polled around 29,099 votes.
Other candidates from smaller parties and independents trailed well behind, confirming PML-N’s dominance in the constituency.
This result falls into a wider pattern of by-elections in Punjab, where PML-N has extended its stronghold. According to reports, the party secured multiple seats in the region in this electoral round.
It’s worth noting that the by-election announcement for NA-129 closely mirrored the scheduling process seen in other constituencies, for example, the Election Commission of Pakistan issued the bye-poll schedule earlier this year for a different seat: PS-9 in Shikarpur.
From the voter-turnout perspective, while exact percentages are still being verified, observers noted heightened security and close monitoring at polling stations, with particular attention given to ensuring a smooth count.
With NA-129 safely in PML-N’s pocket, the party strengthens its political footing in Lahore and Punjab more broadly. For PTI and its allies, this result signals tougher terrain ahead in urban Lahore constituencies. The outcome also increases pressure on smaller parties to reconsider their strategies in the upcoming general elections.
In short, the NA-129 Lahore by-election of 2025 has concluded with a clear PML-N victory, reinforcing the party’s dominance in the region and marking a key moment in the provincial political landscape.
