District Pencak Silat Championship Held at Higher Secondary School Ajas Under SVEEP Initiative

BANDIPORA, SEPTEMBER 05: As part of the SVEEP (Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation) initiative the District Pencak Silat Championship was today organised at Higher Secondary School Ajas.


The event merged sportsmanship with civic engagement, underscoring the importance of both physical and democratic participation.


The event showcasing the skills and sportsmanship of local athletes was attended by District Election Officer Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri; Chief Education Officer Kishore Kumar; Deputy CEO; Principal Higher Secondary School, students and other stakeholders.


The event also witnessed participation of Padmashree Faisal Ali Dar, the Brand Ambassador for SVEEP activities who highlighted the significance of elections as a cornerstone of democracy.


Addressing the participants, the District Election Officer, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri underscored the importance of enrolling all eligible citizens in the electoral roll.


He emphasized that participating in elections is not only a civic duty but also a celebration of democratic values.


DEO urged all eligible citizens to exercise their right to vote, as it is fundamental to shaping our future and upholding democratic principles.


He said, District Administration is committed to ensure that every eligible citizen is informed about their voting rights and the importance of their participation in the electoral process.