The Election Commission in the official statement specified that they have given the Supreme Court's order full attention and also they have repeated their pledge to the people of Sri Lanka that they will do their maximum to save their democratic rights.
The chairman of the Election Commission confirmed that, following the General Election, a date for the Local Government Elections will be promptly set, in line with the Supreme Court's order and relevant legal guidelines.
Additionally, the Election Commission noted that the election for the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha will proceed as scheduled on October 26, coinciding with the parliamentary elections.
This step is very important in the field of politics in Sri Lanka. This is because it guarantees that the electoral process will be operated correctly. It is in compliance with the law as well as the rights of the citizens will be respected.