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Not possible to hold election on June 20 under current situation: EC

The Elections Commission informed the Supreme Court today that it is not possible to conduct the General Elections on June 20 under the current situation in the country.

 Appearing on behalf of the Election Commission, Counsel Saliya Peiris informed the Five Judge Bench that with the prevailing situation it is not possible to conduct the General Elections on June 20.

He said the election could be held within 60-75 days if the green light is given by the health authorities.Â

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