Sri Lanka, May 2 -- The Election Commission has called upon heads of government and private sector institutions to facilitate leave for employees to cast their votes, in accordance with the provisions of the Elections Act.

Speaking at a press conference held today (02), Election Commission Chairman R.M.A.L. Rathnayake emphasized the importance of granting leave not only to public and private sector employees but also to students of universities, tuition classes, and workers in garment factories.

He noted that the duration of leave should be determined by the respective head of the institution, taking into account the distance to the polling station.

However, a minimum of two hours of leave must be granted to ensure voting access, he sa...