 
                                                                                            Minister Vijitha Herath recently announced that the LG Elections are planned for January 2025. The Commission aims to expedite preparations, following a court directive stressing the urgency of the polls.
Despite this, challenges remain, as no funds have been allocated yet. A final decision on election funding is expected after discussions during the Interim Vote on Account in December.
Key updates on the election timeline and preparations are anticipated after Thursday’s meeting.