KATHUA, SEPTEMBER 13: A comprehensive voter awareness event, under the aegis of Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation program, was organized today by the Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) of Government High School Sialag here under the esteemed guidance of Returning Officer (RO) Basohli, Anil Kumar Thakur.
The event featured a variety of activities aimed at engaging the local community. These included a Nukkad Natak, cultural performances, poster-making, and a debate competition centered on the theme “Greater Participation for Stronger Democracy.”
Over 150 attendees, including students, community members, ASHA workers, Anganwadi workers, and Booth Level Officers (BLOs) from nearby polling stations, took part in the event. Eight speakers delivered insightful speeches on the significance of voting in a democracy like India, stressing that voting is both a constitutional right and a civic duty for all citizens above the age of 18.
Ashwani Kumar, a lecturer and member of SVEEP 65-Basohli, along with Sector Officer Major Singh (BLO Supervisor), interacted with the audience, urging students to act as ambassadors of the Election Commission of India (ECI) by reaching out to every eligible voter.
The attendees were also encouraged to use online platforms such as the Voter Helpline App, Saksham App, and CVigil App to ensure a free and fair election and to make informed voting choices. The speakers emphasized that every single vote counts and urged the community to ensure maximum participation on polling day.
The event was graced by the presence of Head of the School Neelam Padha, Sarpanch Panchayat Sialag Seema Devi, along with other ward members from the Panchayat. The program concluded with a joint pledge led by Rakesh Kumar Master, reaffirming the collective commitment to participate in the upcoming elections and strengthen democracy.
