Every vote is essential to fortify democracy: Shri Rajan

Chief Electoral Officer travels a kilometer on tractor to spread awareness among voters
Chief Electoral Officer joins the “Chalein Booth Ki Ore” campaign in Bilkisganj and Kankarkheda

To elevate voter turnout for the third and fourth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, the “Chalein Booth Ki Ore” campaign has been initiated across polling stations within the corresponding parliamentary constituencies. Chief Electoral Officer Anupam Rajan actively engaged in this campaign, personally participating in Bilkisganj and Kankarkheda villages of Sehore district. Emphasizing the significance of each ballot, Shri Rajan urged citizens to exercise their franchise to fortify democracy. He traversed the village aboard a tractor, spreading awareness among voters.

Chief Electoral Officer, Shri Rajan, urged voters to embrace the grand celebration of democracy by actively participating in the Lok Sabha elections. Encouraging citizens to cast their votes without hesitation, he emphasized the importance of playing an engaged role in fortifying Indian democracy. Shri Rajan stressed the need for an enhanced voter turnout in the upcoming two phases, underscoring the significance of every individual exercising their franchise. He highlighted the necessity for the same level of enthusiasm and discipline observed presently to be maintained on Election Day.

Shri Rajan has said that during the voting, tight security arrangements have been made in the polling stations. In view of the heat, adequate arrangements for shade, water, medicines and seating have been made in all the polling stations. He said that whenever you go to vote, you must carry a photo identity document along with the voter information slip. Chief Electoral Officer Shri Rajan honoured senior voters and Divyang voters by presenting them with flower bouquets, shawls, shrifal and tying turbans and gave EPIC cards to young voters. At the end of the programme, he administered an oath to the citizens present to definitely vote.

Strive for Maximum Voter Turnout in Sehore

Collector and District Election Officer Sehore Shri Praveen Singh emphasized the aim to position Sehore district at the forefront of the state by achieving a 100 percent voter turnout. He highlighted the personal delivery of voter slips to every eligible voter and encouraged active participation. Shri Singh reassured voters about the heat, ensuring provisions such as tents, cold water, and seating arrangements at each polling center. Furthermore, additional staff has been deployed in polling stations with high voter traffic to minimize wait times.

Message conveyed through more than 100 tractors and bikes

The message of voter awareness was given by taking out a rally of more than 100 tractors in village Bilkisganj of Sehore district and of motorcycles in village Kankarkheda. An appeal was made to voters through posters and banners. Chief Electoral Officer Shri Rajan flagged off the rally. During this, Superintendent of Police Shri Mayank Awasthi, CEO District Panchayat and other officials were present.

Officials participated in the campaign in various districts

Additional Chief Electoral Officer Shri Rajesh Kaul took part in “Chalein Booth Ki Ore” campaign in Village Manaura, District Vidisha, Joint Chief Electoral Officer Shri Manoj Khatri in village Kharwai and Sehatganj of Raisen District and Deputy Chief Electoral Officer Shri Pramod Shukla joined the campaign in village Mandawar, District Rajgarh.

It is worth noting that Chief Electoral Officer Shri Rajan has instructed all Joint and Deputy Chief Electoral Officers including Additional Chief Electoral Officer to reach different districts and participate in the “Chalein Booth Ki Ore” campaign and monitor them.