Sri Lanka, May 7 -- The National People's Power (NPP) has emerged as the front-runner in the ongoing Local Government Elections, according to results released so far. However, political analysts point out that the ruling party could face challenges in the formation of administrations in a number of LG bodies.

Out of the 268 local government institutions for which results have been declared thus far, the NPP has secured a clear majority in 103 LG bodies, marking a significant electoral gain.

In another 20 local government institutions, the opposition political parties and the National People's Power are on an equal footing in terms of seats won.

However, the majority of the remaining local government institutions is held by opposition p...