By: Isuru Parakrama
November 10, Colombo (LNW): In an effort to combat misinformation surrounding the 2024 Parliamentary Election, Sri Lanka’s National Election Commission has established a dedicated task force to scrutinise false propaganda circulating on social media.
This five-member team will actively monitor platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, keeping an eye out for misleading content or deceptive promotions related to political candidates and parties.
The Election Commission has emphasised its commitment to transparency and fair campaigning by swiftly removing any misleading posts identified on these platforms.
This proactive approach aims to limit the spread of misinformation that could potentially sway public opinion unfairly.
In addition to content removal, the Commission has warned that it will pursue legal action against those responsible for serious breaches of electoral guidelines.
This includes individuals or organisations that deliberately disseminate false information that may disrupt the integrity of the electoral process.
