Bhargav Porwal Tops Both Competitions; Winners to Represent University at Assembly-Level Event
Lucknow: Bhatkhande Sanskriti University, Lucknow, organised institution-level essay and quiz competitions under its Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) to promote electoral awareness and strengthen democratic values among young and prospective voters.
The competitions were conducted in accordance with the directions of the Election Commission of India, the Chief Electoral Officer, Uttar Pradesh, and the Regional Higher Education Officer, Lucknow. The initiative aimed to familiarise students with the importance of accurate electoral rolls, the voting process and vote counting procedures.
A total of 20 students participated enthusiastically in the quiz competition, which covered various aspects of the electoral process, including the preparation of electoral rolls, Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT), polling procedures and vote counting.
An essay competition was also organised on the themes ‘Importance of an Accurate Electoral Roll’ and ‘Importance of Voting’. Students presented their original views on electoral participation, democratic responsibility and the role of informed citizens in strengthening democracy.
The programme was organised under the guidance and patronage of University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mandavi Singh and Registrar Atul Kumar.
Following the evaluation of participants’ performances, the results of both competitions were announced.
In the quiz competition, Bhargav Porwal of Gayan (Parichay-I) secured first position, while Ratnesh Pandey of BPA First Semester (Vocal Music) stood second. Khushi Singh, also from BPA First Semester (Vocal Music), secured third position.
In the essay competition, Bhargav Porwal once again secured first place. Khushi Singh won the second position, while Sushma Negi of BPA Fifth Semester (Vocal Music) secured third place.
As per the prescribed guidelines, the participants securing the first and second positions in both competitions will represent the university at the upcoming Assembly-level competitions.
At the conclusion of the programme, faculty members and nodal officers congratulated the winners and encouraged all students to become informed, responsible and active voters.
The initiative highlighted the university’s efforts to strengthen electoral literacy among young people by familiarising them with democratic institutions, voting rights and the importance of informed participation in the electoral process.
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