SRINAGAR, MARCH 29: The Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) at Amar Singh College Friday organized a declamation event centred around the theme ‘Elector as an Ideal Citizen of the Country.’
The event aimed to promote electoral literacy among students and faculty members, emphasizing the importance of active participation in the democratic process. The students participated in this declamation event.
The event commenced with an insightful address by Principal, Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, who underscored the significance of exercising the right to vote as a fundamental duty of every citizen. He emphasized that by participating in elections, individuals contribute directly to the functioning of democracy, thereby shaping the future of the nation.
The event is undertaken on the directions of Election Commission of India and District Election Officer Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat.
Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Rather, Convenor of the Electoral Literacy Club, provided an overview of the club's various activities and highlighted the responsibility of ELC members in fostering voter participation both within the campus and beyond.
Prof. Rather emphasized the role of students and faculty members in promoting awareness about electoral processes and encouraging fellow citizens to exercise their franchise.
The event witnessed active participation from a significant number of students and faculty members, demonstrating a keen interest in the subject matter. The diverse audience engaged in discussions and expressed their viewpoints on the theme, reflecting a deep-seated commitment to democratic values.
The declamation event was adjudicated by panel comprising Prof. Isaaq Ahmad, Dr. Zubair Nazeer, Prof. Tawheed Yousuf Dadoo, and Prof. Irfan Yousuf.
Students namely Maliha of 1st semester bagged the 1st position, Muskan Javid of 2nd semester was declared runner-up and Imroz Rashid and Salika of 3rd semester got the 3rd position in the Declamation Contest.
