Gowhar Maqbool
Sumbal: The 15th National Voters’ Day was observed on Saturday at the Auditorium Hall of Government Degree College (GDC) Sumbal in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district.
The occasion was marked by a grand function, with Returning Officer Murtaza Sheikh serving as the chief guest. Several dignitaries attended the event, including the SDPO Sumbal, BDO Naidkhai, BDO Hajin, Tehsildar Hajin, Tehsildar Sumbal, Principal GDC Sumbal, and the former Municipal Committee Chairman Hajin. Newly enrolled voters were also present at the program.
Addressing the gathering, Returning Officer Murtaza Sheikh emphasized the importance of achieving a 100% EPIC (Electors Photo Identity Card) ratio in the Sonawari constituency. He highlighted National Voters’ Day as a platform to educate citizens about their right to vote and its vital role in strengthening democracy.
SDM further stressed the need for transparent and foolproof electoral registration in the district, emphasizing that increased voter participation is key to a robust democratic process.
Several speakers at the event underscored the day’s theme, focusing on the right to vote as a fundamental entitlement for every citizen aged 18 and above.
On the occasion cultural programs, poetry sessions, and quiz competitions were organized to raise awareness among voters about the importance of voting.
During the event, voter identity cards were distributed to newly registered voters.
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