The Election Commission has submitted a report detailing four potential methods for conducting the Provincial Council elections to a Parliamentary Special Committee. This committee, chaired by Minister Wijitha Herath, is tasked with determining the most suitable election system and presenting recommendations. A separate technical report focusing on enhancing women's and youth representation has also been submitted by the commission. The Election Commission has previously informed the President that the deadline for holding these elections has significantly passed, urging swift action. The Presidential Secretariat has indicated that further steps will be taken following the committee's recommendations.
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Election Commission Presents Four Methods for Provincial Council Polls to Parliamentary Committee
TLDR
EC submits 4 methods for PC elections to parliamentary committee.
Report also covers women's/youth representation.
Election deadline long overdue, President urged.
