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Comelec reminds bets: Campaigning on Holy Week prohibited
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has reminded candidates for the 2025 midterm elections that campaigning during Maundy Thursday (April 17) and Good Friday (April 18) is strictly prohibited.
Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia stressed that campaigning during the Holy Week, especially on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, is forbidden and urged candidates to respect the solemnity of the religious events.
This reminder is in accordance with Comelec Resolution No. 11086, which implements the Fair Elections Act and sets the campaign period for national candidates from February 11 to May 10 and for local candidates from March 28 to May 10, 2025.
Candidates are also prohibited from campaigning on May 11 (eve of Election Day) and May 12 (Election Day).
Prohibited acts during Holy Week include offering food and drinks after Pabasa and hosting games, although participating in non-partisan religious activities is permitted.
Violators of these prohibitions face penalties such as fines, imprisonment, or disqualification from public office.
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