First Election Result Expected by Midnight: Election Commissioner 2024

News Today: Sri Lanka’s 2024 Presidential Election results expected by midnight, says Election Commissioner

The Election Commissioner General, Saman Sri Ratnayake, has announced that the first result of Sri Lanka’s 2024 Presidential Election is expected to be released by midnight tonight. He emphasized that the timing of the result will depend on the efficiency of the officers at the counting centers, who are responsible for tallying votes from the 13,421 polling stations across the island.

The Election Commissioner noted that based on past experiences, the first election result has typically been released by midnight, though delays can occur depending on various factors at the counting stations. Despite this, authorities remain confident in a smooth process.

Voting for the 2024 Presidential Election began at 7:00 AM today, with polling stations open until 4:00 PM. A total of 17,140,354 registered voters are eligible to cast their ballots in this historic election, which sees the highest number of candidates vying for the presidency.

Election observers and officials will be closely monitoring the process to ensure transparency and fairness. Voters across the country await the results with anticipation, as the final outcome will determine the nation’s next leader.