 
Sources from the Election Commission have revealed that the announcement of the date for the upcoming presidential election is anticipated in the final week of this month. The Commission will officially gain the authority to schedule the election after Wednesday, the 17th of next week.
Once empowered, the Election Commission plans to convene promptly to finalize and determine the date. Following this decision, the Commission will issue a gazette notice officially announcing the election and inviting submission of nomination papers.
Nomination and Election Process
After the gazette notice is published, prospective candidates will have a three-week window to submit their nomination papers. According to legal requirements, the presidential election must be conducted within forty-two days after the conclusion of the nomination period.
This timeline ensures that all necessary preparations are completed while adhering to legal and procedural mandates.
Conclusion
The expected announcement of Sri Lanka’s presidential election date marks a critical juncture in the nation’s political calendar. The timeline laid out by the Election Commission reflects the importance of ensuring a fair, transparent, and efficiently managed electoral process.
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