KOHIMA, MARCH 22 (MExN): St Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Jakhama, hosted a clean elections campaign on March 22. The campaign was organised by the college’s Electoral Literacy Club in collaboration with the National Service Scheme. As per a press release, it was initiated by the Deputy Commissioner, Kohima and supported by the Election Commission of India.
The campaign saw active participation from over 1000 students across seven classes from the Departments of Political Science and Sociology. Students pledged their commitment to clean elections by signing cards provided by the Election Commission of India, while also receiving informative pamphlets highlighting the significance of clean electoral practices.
It said that the primary objective of the campaign was to galvanize interest and active participation, particularly among youth, in the forthcoming elections. “The club aims to instill a sense of responsibility for upholding democratic values and principles, ensuring that electoral proceedings transpire in a transparent and fair manner. Ultimately, the club endeavors to cultivate a cadre of conscientious and authentic voters through the ripple effect of its impactful campaign,” it said.
The release added that the club’s General Secretary, Kepozo Kapuh, in his address to the students emphasised the importance of the Urban Local Body (ULB) and Lok Sabha elections and highlighted key qualities to discern in candidates during the electoral processes.
