Election Campaigning Ends Tonight: Silent Period Begins

COLOMBO (News 1st) Election Campaigning Ends Tonight: Silent Period Begins

Election campaign activities related to the 2024 presidential election will conclude at midnight today.

The Election Commission said that this will mark the beginning of a silent period that will last until the election day on September 21.

During this time, the commission urges candidates and the public to refrain from engaging in any campaigning activities illegally.

The Election Commission added that strict legal action will be taken against those involved in campaigning on social media starting from midnight tonight.