17 September 2024 08:49 pm Views - 927
Colombo, September 17 (Daily Mirror) - The campaigning period for the upcoming Presidential election will end at midnight tomorrow (18).
Speaking to the Daily Mirror, Commissioner General of Elections Saman Sri Ratnayake, warned that any individual or groups continuing to canvass or promote candidates after this silent period will be violating the election laws.
According to Ratnayake, strict regulations are in place to ensure a fair and free election process.
“Once the campaigning period concludes, no further public rallies, distribution of promotional materials or door-to-door canvassing will be allowed. The police have been advised to take action against any campaigning,” he added.