The Elections Commission says they also plan to issue long-term identity cards granting a third party the right to cast votes of people with poor health who seek the assistance of others to cast their vote.
Its Director-General Saman Sri Ratnayake stated that according to the current system, it is mandatory to submit a medical certificate and obtain permission at every election obtain permission to vote.
The Elections Commission states that 76 new political parties have applied to register for the forthcoming elections.