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Opposition candidates have criticized Poland's ruling party for pushing ahead with the country's presidential election that will be conducted wholly by a postal vote on May 10, Euronews reported.

Opposition politicians argue that it is not safe to hold any vote during a pandemic. They also argue that opposition candidates are unable to properly campaign and meet with voters due to the restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic.

The European Union and pro-democracy organisations have voiced concerns about whether Poland's first-ever postal election held under anti-coronavirus restrictions will be fully democratic, free and transparent.
The lower house of parliament, where the ruling party has a majority, has backed a plan to conduct the presidential election on May 10th by postal ballot.

But the legislation still has to be approved by the Senate, which is controlled by the opposition. The Senate has until May 6 to approve it, reject it, or introduce any changes. The final say on the legislation is due to take place in the lower house of parliament on May 7.