School holidays for Election : New announcement


All schools across Sri Lanka will be closed on 05 and 06 May in view of the upcoming 2025 Local Government Elections.

According to the Education Ministry, schools are expected to resume academic activities on 07 May.

The move follows a request by the Election Commission to use school premises as polling centres, counting centres, and for the distribution and collection of ballot boxes and other election-related materials.

The circular states that schools used as polling centres must be handed over to Grama Niladharis by 04 May and be ready with desks, chairs, halls, and necessary facilities. Education directors and principals have been instructed to coordinate accordingly.

Despite resuming, institutions requested for post school hours may still be used for election purposes after regular school hours, as specified in the official instructions.

Related News

img

QIU Malaysia Highlights MBBS Opportunities at Pre-Departure Briefing in Sri Lanka

IMC Education Celebrated for Highest Student Recruitment Quest International University (QIU), Malaysia has now become one of the most demanded universities in…

Read More
img

School holidays for Election : New announcement

All schools across Sri Lanka will be closed on 05 and 06 May in view of the upcoming 2025 Local Government Elections.…

Read More
img

Emotional Intelligence Meets GenAI: Reimagining the Future of Education

The rapid integration of Generative AI (GenAI) into classrooms has unlocked a world of possibilities. From AI-powered tutors to automated grading and…

Read More
img

AYUSH Scholarship Scheme by Government of India

High Commission of India, Colombo is pleased to announce scholarships for Sri Lankan nationals under the AYUSH Scholarship Scheme for courses ranging…

Read More
img

Commanding Respect, Not Fear: The Modern Leader’s Approach to Team Management

Influence, vision and the capacity to lead a group of people toward shared objectives are more important components of effective leadership than…

Read More

Courses