Presidential Election campaign ends midnight today

By Sheain Fernandopulle  

As the campaign period for the upcoming Presidential Election will end tonight (18) at midnight, those engaging in illegal campaigning after the given deadline could face arrest and legal action, the Election Commission warned.  Speaking to Daily Mirror, Commissioner General of Elections Saman Sri Ratnayake, said “Any individual or group continuing to canvass or promote candidates after the given deadline would be in violation of the election law.”

 According to Ratnayake, strict regulations are in place to ensure a fair and free election process.   

“Once the campaign period concludes, no further public rallies, distribution of promotional materials, or door-to-door canvassing will be allowed. The police have been adviced to take action against any campaigning after the said period,” he added.