Election Orientation Prog a significant step towards fostering an inclusive, accessible voting environ for all citizens: DEO Srinagar

Srinagar: On the directions of the District Election Officer (DEO) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, an orientation programme aimed at empowering NCC Cadets and NSS Volunteers was successfully conducted at Government Girls Higher Secondary School (GGHSS) Nishat here on Friday.
The programme was conducted under the supervision of District Nodal Officer SVEEP/AMF Abdul Hamid Fani as a part of the ongoing Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation(SVEEP) campaign. During this impactful program, both NSS volunteers and NCC cadets were given comprehensive training on how to assist elderly and physically challenged voters from their family or community in reaching polling booths and casting their votes without any difficulties.
The DEO Srinagar regarding the event said that the orientation programme marks a significant step towards fostering an inclusive and accessible voting environment for all citizens, especially those who face physical challenges or belong to older age groups. He added that, as the orientation programmes continue to be conducted in schools and educational institutions across the district, it is expected that a greater awareness regarding the significance of voting will be instilled in the minds of the youth, further strengthening the democratic fabric of the nation
During the orientation programme, District Nodal Officer SVEEP/AMF said that these orientation programmes will be conducted in all schools that have NSS and NCC units. He added that we are organizing various programs in educational institutions to raise awareness among the general public and students about the paramount importance of voting in a vibrant democracy. The Principal of GGHSS Nishat, Surraya Bano and trainers briefly oriented the participants, providing them with the necessary knowledge and skills to assist voting for all citizens, especially those who face physical challenges or belong to older age.