EC Seeks Parliamentary Support as Ramadan Election Rescheduling Debate Continues

The Elections Commission (EC) is seeking parliamentary support to include provisions in an amendment bill that would require state institutions to assist during elections, due to logistical challenges of holding parliamentary elections during Ramadan. The MDP proposed postponing elections until after Ramadan. EC Chairman Fuwad Thowfeek cited high costs and scheduling conflicts with school exams. Vice Chairman Ismail Habeeb warned that holding elections on 21 March would delay results beyond constitutional deadlines.

The Elections Commission (EC) is seeking parliamentary support to include provisions in an amendment bill that would require state institutions to assist during elections, due to logistical challenges of holding parliamentary elections during Ramadan. The MDP proposed postponing elections until after Ramadan. EC Chairman Fuwad Thowfeek cited high costs and scheduling conflicts with school exams. Vice Chairman Ismail Habeeb warned that holding elections on 21 March would delay results beyond constitutional deadlines.

The Elections Commission (EC) is seeking parliamentary support to include provisions in an amendment bill that would require state institutions to assist during elections, due to logistical challenges of holding parliamentary elections during Ramadan. The MDP proposed postponing elections until after Ramadan. EC Chairman Fuwad Thowfeek cited high costs and scheduling conflicts with school exams. Vice Chairman Ismail Habeeb warned that holding elections on 21 March would delay results beyond constitutional deadlines.

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