September 15, Colombo (LNW): The Election Commission has reported a total of 4,031 complaints related to the presidential election, highlighting growing concerns over the electoral process.
Within the last 24 hours alone, 203 new grievances were submitted to the commission, indicating heightened public vigilance as the election progresses.
In its statement, the commission detailed that 3,916 of these complaints pertained to violations of election laws.
These include allegations of improper campaigning, misuse of state resources, and procedural irregularities, all of which are seen as undermining the integrity of the electoral process.
Additionally, 29 reports of violent incidents have been recorded, pointing to sporadic tensions that have emerged during the election period.
On Saturday, the Chairman of the Election Commission, R.M.A.L. Rathnayake, acknowledged a noticeable rise in the volume of complaints this election year.
While emphasising the importance of maintaining a free and fair electoral environment, Rathnayake called on all stakeholders to adhere strictly to the rules governing the election.
The commission has pledged to thoroughly investigate each complaint and take necessary action to uphold the democratic process.
Authorities are working to address these issues promptly, ensuring that any breaches of conduct are dealt with appropriately to preserve the legitimacy of the election outcome.
