Jalandhar October 31 (Jaswinder Singh Azad)- 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.