By: Isuru Parakrama
November 11, Colombo (LNW): The Election Commission has introduced a significant change in the voter finger marking process to ensure the integrity and transparency of the upcoming Parliamentary Election set for November 14, 2024.
Accordingly, in an effort to prevent the possibility of double voting, voters will have their left index finger marked with a distinct sign instead of the little finger as they cast their ballots.
This precaution follows concerns raised during the recent Presidential Election, where issues around voter identification and the potential for confusion were highlighted.
The marking system is designed to ensure a clear and reliable method for verifying individual votes, thus minimising the risk of electoral fraud.
In the event that a voter’s left index finger is unavailable—whether due to injury, illness, or other circumstances—the Election Commission has clarified that the mark will be applied to a different finger on the same hand.
This adjustment aims to accommodate all voters, ensuring no one is excluded from the electoral process.
