In a bid to transform the solemn act of voting into a celebratory affair, the Chief Electoral Officer of Haryana, Anurag Agarwal has unveiled a new initiative ahead of the Lok Sabha General Elections – 2024. Departing from conventional outreach methods, this time the CEO office has decided to send out wedding-style invitations to voters across the state, turning polling day into a joyous occasion akin to a festive nuptial ceremony. This unique approach aims not only to elevate civic participation but also infuse a sense of enthusiasm and community spirit into the electoral process.
Divulging more details in this regard Mr Anurag Agarwal said that with the ambitious goal of achieving a remarkable 75 percent voter turnout, this pioneering initiative is set to redefine the way elections are perceived and experienced in Haryana. He said that apart from it, to inspire voters to vote, oaths are being administered in every district, and citizens are enthusiastically participating in oath-taking ceremonies. Mr Anurag Agarwal said that to increase the voting percentage in urban areas, for the first time, the Voter In Queue mobile app has been developed for 30 assembly constituencies.
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