GANDERBAL, JANUARY 25: The main function in connection with 11th National Voters day was today organized by District Administration, Ganderbal at the Conference Hall Mini Secretariat in which District Election Officer (DEO) Ganderbal, Shafqat Iqbal participated as chief guest.
A function was attended by ADC Ganderbal, Farooq Ahmad Baba, ACR Ganderbal, Chief Planning Officer, Deputy District Election Officer, Ganderbal, other concerned officials besides students from various institutions.
The National Voters’ Day is celebrated all over the country on January 25 every year since 2011 to mark the Foundation day of Election Commission of India, which was established on 25th January 1950.
Addressing the gathering, the DEO highlighted the significance of the day and briefed the participants about the value of vote. He urged the people to ensure registration of youngsters in voter lists, who attain the age of 18 years for active participation in electoral process.
He also urged youth to involve themselves in voting process to strengthen democracy.
The DEO urged concerned officers to work on mission mode so that maximum people can participate in democratic process.
“Making Our Voters Empowered, Vigilant, Safe and Informed” is the theme for this year’s National Voters’ Day.
Earlier, District Election Officer administered the Voter’s Pledge among the participants and distributed voter cards among new voters.
Nation Voters Day was also celebrated in other blocks of the district including Sub Division Kangan.
