The Electoral Literacy Club of Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya,
Jalandhar, organised a seminar on ‘The Importance of the Indian Electoral
System’ on 22 October 2026 as part of its ongoing SVEEP (Systematic Voters’
Education and Electoral Participation) activities. The seminar was organised
for students of Classes XI and XII to familiarise them with the functioning of
the Indian electoral system and highlight the importance of their voting
rights. Principal Dr. (Mrs.) Ekta Khosla emphasised the significance of SVEEP
initiatives undertaken under the guidance of the District Administration. She
stated that educational institutions play a vital role in creating electoral
awareness among young people and motivating them to participate actively in the
democratic process. She further highlighted that voter registration is the
first essential step towards exercising one’s right to vote. Mrs. Alka, Nodal Officer and HOD, Political Science,
elaborated on the evolution and functioning of the Indian electoral system. She
familiarised the students with the rights and responsibilities of citizens
under the world’s largest democracy and explained the importance of informed
electoral participation. She also guided students aged 18 years and above about
the procedure for filling Form 6 to register their names in the electoral
rolls. The seminar proved to be an informative initiative towards nurturing
responsible and aware young citizens and strengthening democratic values among
students. Mrs. Upma, Incharge, Collegiate School and Mrs. Roma were also present on the
occasion.
