District Administration Udhampur, under the supervision of District Election Officer Udhampur, Saloni Rai and Deputy District Election Officer Dr. Anirudh Rai, conducted series of voters awareness initiatives across numerous educational and community institutions under the aegis of Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) campaign.
Among others present were Senior Superintendent of Police, Joginder Singh; Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Dr Umesh Shan; Assistant Commissioner Development, Dr Ranjeet Singh Kotwal and other officers. The SVEEP Cell of District Election office coordinated several activities, including a vibrant Rangoli-making contest for students from Government Higher Secondary School Krimchi and Bhartiya Vidya Mandir High School at DC Office Complex.
District Election Officer, Saloni Rai commended the innovative efforts of the SVEEP Cell and students in creating colourful Rangolis to raise awareness about voting rights. She emphasized on the importance of students’ involvement in activities aimed at promoting voter participation. Dr. Preeti Sharma, Nodal Officer for SVEEP, said the campaign is focusing on educating and motivating citizens to exercise their voting right effectively.
Meanwhile, as part of the SVEEP initiative, a flash dance was organized at Gole Market Udhampur by the District Election Authority. This program was aimed to disseminate awareness about voting rights and ethical voting practices among the masses in preparation for the upcoming Lok Sabha Election 2024.