The election campaign activities for the upcoming parliamentary election concluded at midnight yesterday (Nov. 11), starting the silence period, which will remain in effect until Election Day on Nov. 14. 

The Election Commission (EC) emphasises that campaigning activities are not permitted during this period.

However, candidates have been given time until midnight today (Nov. 12) to remove their campaign offices. Afterwards, only one office per constituency is allowed for parties and groups. Additionally, a candidate’s house can be used as a party office but no decorations or advertising are permitted.

Meanwhile, Police Spokesman DIG – Nihal Thalduwa has announced that approximately 64,000 police officers will be deployed from today to ensure security during the general election across all constituencies.

Also, PAFFREL Executive Director Rohana Hettiarachchi says that they will deploy approximately 6,000 representatives to monitor this year’s elections.