‘Apna Vote Jaanen’ campaign engages over 11,800 youth across 20 states and UTs
Summary
- The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports launched the ‘My Bharat, Developed Bharat – Youth Dialogue: Apna Vote Jaanen’ campaign.
- A total of 60 events were organised across 20 states and Union Territories.
- More than 11,800 young participants attended the programmes to learn about voting and electoral processes.
- The initiative aims to increase youth voter registration and informed voting ahead of upcoming elections.
- Feedback indicated heightened awareness about the importance of exercising the franchise.
Key Facts
- · Campaign name: ‘Apna Vote Jaanen’ under ‘My Bharat, Developed Bharat – Youth Dialogue’
- · Number of states/UTs covered: 20
- · Number of events conducted: 60
- · Youth participants engaged: over 11,800
- · Organising ministry: Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports
- · Primary objective: voter education and increased youth turnout
Why it matters
Youth constitute a significant share of India's electorate; enhancing their understanding of the voting process strengthens democratic participation and ensures that future electoral outcomes reflect informed citizen choices.
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