An independent polls observer today expressed fears of possible violence after several provocative victory parades continue to take place in several parts of the country.
“Such forms of revelry is not good for a post-election atmosphere since it could lead to all forms of tension that could finally end up in violence”, warned Rohana Hetiarachchi with the People’s Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL).
He said that PAFFREL had already requested party leaders to discourage such activities by their supporters since it is also against the election laws and regulations.
“Such revelry in the past has led to violence and other forms of unruly behaviour , therefore it should be discouraged at every level”, he added.
Meanwhile there have been two cases of post election violence reported from the districts of Amparai and Galle. “Both cases involved assault but of a minor nature”, Mr. Hettiarachchi said.
Source: Sunday Times Online
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