HoR election: EC urges govt to declare three-day holiday

Summary

The Election Commission has recommended that the government declare a three-day public holiday from March 4 to 6 to facilitate voting for the upcoming House of Representatives election.

Key Points
  • The Election Commission has recommended a three-day public holiday for the upcoming House of Representatives election.
  • The suggested holiday period is from March 4 to March 6.
  • The public holiday includes the day before, the day of the election (March 5), and the day after.
  • The recommendation aims to help people, especially those in remote areas, reach polling stations more easily.
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