Mega SVEEP program held at Govt High School Surni

UDHAMPUR, AUGUST 28: In line with the directives from District Election Officer Saloni Rai, the Electoral Registration Officer (SDM) Ramnagar, Rafiq Ahmad Jaral, has laid out a comprehensive plan for SVEEP activities to ensure maximum voter awareness and participation in the upcoming Legislative Assembly elections scheduled for 1st October 2024.
The first phase of this initiative began today at High School Surni, where an impactful SVEEP program was successfully conducted, engaging around 300 people including future voters.
The event aimed to educate and inspire voters on the importance of their participation in the democratic process, utilizing a mix of engaging and culturally resonant activities. The program featured Nukkad Natak thought-provoking speeches by students, and vibrant cultural performances, including traditional Dogri folk songs. These activities not only entertained but also effectively communicated the crucial message of voter participation and the significance of every vote in the upcoming elections.
The event among others was attended by Vijay Kumar, Headmaster of High School Surni, Zaffar Iqbal, Naib Tehsildar Dalsar and locals.
The Nodal Officer for SVEEP, AC-62 Ramnagar, Rakesh Kumar (Lecturer of Physical Education), addressed the gathering; stressing the critical role that voting plays in a democracy. He encouraged the voters not only to cast their votes in the forthcoming elections but also to motivate others in their community to do the same, thereby strengthening the democratic process. Naib Tehsildar Dalsar and Headmaster High School Surni also expressed their thoughts on the topic, who reiterated the importance of electoral participation in the government formation. They stressed on the students to carry the message to their villages and hamlets and aware their parents and relatives.
The program concluded with a collective voter’s pledge, affirming their commitment to participate on polling day.
The success of this SVEEP program has left a lasting impression on the community, significantly boosting awareness and enthusiasm among the voters of the area as they prepare for the elections on 1st October 2024.