Ganderbal, Jan 25 : The main function in connection with 12th National Voter’s day was today organized by District Administration, Ganderbal at the Conference Hall Mini Secretariat Ganderbal.
A function was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Ganderbal, Farooq Ahmad Baba, Deputy District Election Officer, Ganderbal, DyCEO, other concerned officials besides students from various institutions of the district.
The National Voter’s 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.
On the occasion, Additional Deputy Commissioner administered the Voter’s Pledge among the participants and distributed voter cards among new voters.
Addressing the gathering, the ADC 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.
ADC urged concerned officers to work on mission mode so that maximum people can participate in democratic process.
“Making Our Voter’s Empowered, Vigilant, Safe and Informed” is the theme for this year’s National Voter’s Day.
Nation Voter’s Day was also celebrated in other blocks of the district including Sub Division Kangan.
