Eight individuals have made their cash deposits by yesterday (Sept 26) to contest the upcoming presidential election, the Election Commission said.
Among the candidates, five are from recognized political parties while three are independent candidates. The candidates who have made their deposits are as follows ;
Recognised parties
Independent candidates
The presidential poll is to be held on November 16 while the closing date to accept nominations is October 7.
A Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 212 helicopter belonging to the No. 72 squadron has crashed into the Madhuru Oya reservoir this morning, Air FOrce Media Spokesman Eranda Geeganage said.
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