Presidential Election expense reports accessible for public viewing from today (Oct 24)
By: Isuru Parakrama
October 24, Colombo (LNW): The Election Commission has announced that the financial reports detailing campaign expenditures of the candidates who contested in Sri Lanka’s 2024 Presidential Election will be made publicly accessible from today (24).
This move is part of a broader effort to enhance transparency and accountability in the electoral process.
According to Saman Sri Ratnayake, the Commissioner General of Elections, the income and expenditure reports of all presidential candidates will be available for review at every District Secretariat across the country.
These documents will offer insight into how funds were raised and utilised by the various campaigns during the election period.
The Election Commission aims to strengthen the democratic process and ensure that election campaigns adhere to the legal requirements regarding financial transparency.
The release of these reports is expected to provide voters and civil society groups with crucial information, enabling them to assess how responsibly candidates managed their resources during the election.
Election expenses have long been a contentious issue, with concerns often raised about the influence of money on the political processes.
Ratnayake emphasised that the Commission will continue to monitor and enforce regulations on campaign financing, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
The public is encouraged to examine these financial statements to better understand the dynamics behind each candidate’s campaign and the role of funding in shaping the election.
