Peerzada Sayeed
Kupwara, Sep 12;
With the mission to ensure that every voter in frontier Kupwara district, regardless of their location is well-informed and ready to exercise their democratic rights, the District SVEEP (Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral participation) Team Kupwara, on the directions of District Election Officer (DEO) Kupwara, Ms.Ayushi Sudan conducted an outreach program at remote village Ring Bala of Machil.
The initiative focused on engaging various categories of voters, including tribal voters, first-time voters, women and senior citizens and to ensure that every eligible voter is informed and motivated to participate in the upcoming elections.
The visit aims to reach even the remotest and interior most areas of the district reinforcing the administration’s commitment to inculcate voter education.
The SVEEP team headed by District Nodal Officer SVEEP (Chief Education Officer Kupwara), Ab. Majeed Dar along with Zonal Education Officer Khumeriyal , Mohmad Farooq Khatana in a significant move interacted with local residents and tribals putting up in Dhocks in order to strengthening democratic Participation under SVEEP and addressing the unique challenges faced by these groups such as geographical isolation and low literacy rates. The SVEEP team discussed the importance of voting and providing guidance on the electoral process. Special emphasis was placed on making informed decisions and understanding the power of each vote. During the visit, the team also listened to the concerns of the villagers, addressing any challenges they face in accessing polling stations and ensuring their voices are heard.
