Every vote matters”, Under SVEEP Campaign DLSA Srinagar organized awareness programme

“Every vote matters”, Under SVEEP Campaign DLSA Srinagar organized awareness programme

Srinagar 09, May: As part of series of events for spreading awareness regarding Right to Franchise during General Election 2024, Under SVEEP Campaign, District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Srinagar today organized awareness programme on constitutional rights to franchise at Legal Literacy Club of Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Chanapora in the run-up to the upcoming election scheduled to be held on May 13, 2024, , the said awareness programme was held under the able guidance of Jawad Ahmed, Chairman DLSA Srinagar.

The programme was held as part of the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) campaign, aimed at educating citizens about the importance of exercising their right to vote.

The event witnessed the participation of Dr Samina Wani, Principal of Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Panel Lawyers, DLSA Srinagar, Staff Members, Students of GGHSS, Chanapora, Srinagar and Para Legal Volunteers of DLSA Srinagar.

Advocate Syed Shabana, Panel Lawyer DLSA Srinagar, addressing the gathering, emphasized that voting is the fundamental right of every citizen and urged the students to exercise their franchise responsibly. She highlighted the significance of participating in the democratic process and making informed decisions at the polls. Advocate Laila Khalid , Panel Lawyer DLSA Srinagar reiterated the importance of constitutional rights and the power of voting. She encouraged the participants to take an active role in the electoral process and make their voices heard.

The awareness programme was well-received by the students, who showed keen interest in understanding their rights and

responsibilities as citizens. The event was part of a series of awareness programmes organized by DLSA Srinagar to educate citizens about the importance of voting and to promote electoral particip