Presidential Election Campaigning to End at Midnight as Silent Period Begins

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September 18, Colombo (LNW) Campaigning for the upcoming presidential election will officially conclude at midnight tonight, marking the start of the mandatory silent period, which will last until election day on September 21.

The Election Commission has instructed all candidates and citizens to cease any campaign-related activities during this period. Election Commissioner General Saman Sri Ratnayake warned that strict legal action will be taken against those who continue to campaign, including through social media, after the midnight deadline.

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