SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 02: The streets of Sopore came alive today with the sound of dol (drum) beats as Returning Officer 07-Sopore, Shabir Ahmad Raina, accompanied by Nodal Officer SVEEP, Baramulla, Shabir Ahmad Khan, led a vibrant Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) rally.
This blend of culture where the local artists performed Band Paether, aimed at promoting greater voter participation in the upcoming Assembly Elections, witnessed an enthusiastic turnout from the community.
The rally was marked by the participation of hundreds of first-time voters, students, and community leaders, all of whom marched through the streets of Sopore with energy, showcasing their commitment to exercising their democratic rights and encouraging others to do the same.
Throughout the event, participants carried banners, chanted slogans, and engaged in discussions about the significance of their vote. The rally besides serving as a reminder of the critical role that voters play in shaping the future also called all eligible voters in the region to participate in the upcoming elections.
Speaking at the rally, Shabir Ahmad Raina emphasized the vital role that new voters play in the democratic process highlighting the collective responsibility to exercise this right with care and accountability.
He further emphasized the profound impact that each vote can have in shaping the future of the region, noting that every individual’s participation is not just a right but a crucial contribution to the democratic process.
