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Voter apathy grows as never before: PAFFREL
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|April 19, 2025
Public's interest in the upcoming Provincial Council elections remains low, according to the People's Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL).
PAFFREL Executive Director Rohana Hettiarachchi told The Island that there was an urgent need to encourage voter participation, noting that a higher voter turnout is essential for a functioning democracy.
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