Majority of Parliamentary Candidates remain passive ahead of upcoming Polls: PAFFREL

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November 04, Colombo (LNW): Fewer than 1,000 out of 8,888 candidates vying for seats in the upcoming parliamentary elections are currently involved in active campaigning, according to the People’s Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL).

This revelation was made by the executive director of PAFFREL during an appearance on a radio programme.

The local election monitoring group expressed concern over the lack of engagement among the majority of candidates, highlighting that many of them lack prior political experience or a strong political background.

This situation raises questions about the candidates’ preparedness to address the pressing issues facing their communities and to effectively represent their constituents in parliament.

The upcoming elections are critical for the country, as they will shape the future political atmosphere and determine the direction of governance in Sri Lanka.

PAFFREL’s findings suggest that a significant number of candidates may not be adequately prepared to connect with voters or articulate their policies and visions for the nation.

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