REASI, AUGUST 31: An Awareness Programme for Senior Citizens and PwD Voters under “Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation” (SVEEP) programme was organised at Panchayat Salal Kote here today under the guidance of District Election Officer, Reasi Vishesh Paul Mahajan.
This initiative is a part of a broader effort to ensure maximum participation of eligible voters in the upcoming Assembly Elections 2024.The event saw enthusiastic participation of a large number of Senior citizens.
SVEEP Team headed by Nodal officer Sachin Sharma imparted awareness to senior citizens and PwDs about the electoral process. They were encouraged to actively participate in the democratic process and exercise their franchise on 25 September 2024. They were informed Home Voting facility for the senior citizens in the age group of 85 years and above. Further PwD voters were made aware about the Saksham-ECI app that has many accessibility features that make it easier for them to register vote, find their polling stations and cast their vote.
The senior citizens and PwDs Pledge also took a solomen pledge to spread the message in their communities ensuring the higher voter turnout in the upcoming Assembly Elections.
Senior Citizens, PwD’s, ASHA workers, Anganwadi Workers and officials of Social Welfare Department were present on the occasion.
