Students attending the Youth Voters Festival 2023 at St Paul School, Noklak on October 7. (DIPR Photo)
Noklak, October 9 (MExN): The DC & DEO Noklak in collaboration with the District Hub for Empowerment of Women Noklak under the Systematic Voters Education & Electoral Participation (SVEEP) and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) organised the Youth Voters Festival 2023 at St Paul School, Noklak on October 7.
A DIPR report stated that Sub Divisional Officer (Civil) Noklak, Vikhoto Richa emphasised the significance of the Youth Voters Festival which is an initiative by the Election Commission of India (ECI). He stressed its purpose in empowering young citizens to take responsibility and create change through their votes. Richa encouraged eligible voters to contact the Booth Level Officer (BLO) to ensure they are registered as voters and also explained the voting procedures. Richa highlighted that this event marked the first-ever involvement of inter-school competitions under BBBP initiative.
Chongphe Khiamniungan, Campus Ambassador of GHSS Noklak, stressed the importance of voting as a fundamental right granted to all Indian citizens regardless of their background. She emphasised that voting is a powerful way for every individual to make their voices heard in the democratic process and encouraged her fellow students to actively participate.
As part of the festival, students engaged in a variety of competitive activities, including Penalty shootout, Arm Wrestling, face painting, obstacle races, and more.
The programme was chaired by Kathyinla, EAC Noklak featuring a special performance by St Paul School and vote of thanks by Sentimeren Ao, Assistant Programmer.
