Election Officials Meet to Prepare for LG Polls

COLOMBO (News 1st); District Returning Officers, Deputy and Assistant Returning Officers were summoned by the Election Commission to discuss the upcoming Local Government Elections.

During the meeting, extensive discussions were held regarding the process of accepting nominations, according to National Election Commissioner General Saman Sri Ratnayake. 

He emphasized that the acceptance of nominations is the first step in the election process.

As of now, 57 independent groups have deposited their security deposits for 168 local government institutions. Additionally, 18 political parties have also made their deposits.

The nomination acceptance process is scheduled to commence on March 17th.