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🗳️ Govt. Aims to Hold Provincial Council Elections at Earliest Opportunity
• Government Commitment & Funding: Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa confirmed that the Government intends to conduct long-delayed Provincial Council elections as soon as possible, with funds already allocated. • Legal & Delimitation Framework: Elections depend on Parliament enacting necessary legislation and completing the electoral boundary delimitation process within this year. A parliamentary committee is currently handling the matter. • Clarification on Rumors: Rejected reports that polls would be bypassed, emphasizing that legal provisions must be established before elections can proceed.
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