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n a significant development leading up to the general elections scheduled for February 8, the Peshawar High Court (PHC) rendered a verdict on Wednesday, declaring the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) decision to revoke the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) 'bat' electoral symbol and reject its intra-party polls as "illegal." The ruling provides a major relief for PTI, impacting the party's electoral standing and symbol allocation. The PHC's decision questions the validity of the ECP's earlier actions and introduces a pivotal element into the political landscape just days before the scheduled elections. This legal development underscores the complexity and sensitivity surrounding electoral processes, prompting heightened attention from political circles and the public. As the legal and political arenas intertwine in the lead-up to the elections, the PHC's verdict adds a layer of intrigue and anticipation to the unfolding electoral dynamics.