Ranchi: In a proactive move, the state of Jharkhand has initiated a program to include approximately 9.4 lakh school students in the voter list, in collaboration with the Education Department. This endeavor, facilitated by e-Vidya Vahini, aims to identify and register eligible young voters among students aged 17 to 18, who are currently in the 11th and 12th grades. Their pre-filled Form-6, which is required for voter registration, is being completed in advance.
The successful implementation of this model could lead to a substantial increase in the number of new voters participating in the upcoming Lok Sabha and Assembly elections.
To ensure the seamless execution of this campaign, the Chief Electoral Officer conducted a virtual meeting with district-level officers from both the Education Department and Election Department. Officials were directed to establish strong coordination and conduct an intensive campaign over the next three days, streamlining all necessary procedures for submitting the advance forms of prospective voters throughout the state.
This campaign focuses on two categories of students: those who will turn 18 years of age on January 1, 2024, and those who will attain this milestone on or before October 1, 2024. The initiative holds the potential to engage a significant number of young individuals in the democratic process and empower them with the ability to cast their votes.
