Ahead of the June 1 elections in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, cycle rallies were organized in 10 districts of the state to motivate voters, especially those living in urban areas, to come out and exercise their franchise, the official said. Gave this information on Sunday.
The cycle rallies were flagged off by all the district election officers or deputy commissioners in their respective districts, except Hamirpur and Kinna, and were organized in collaboration with the Cycling Association of Himachal Pradesh, a statement here said.
In Shimla, District Collector Anupam Kashyap flagged off the riders from the historic ridge and was joined by state Chief Electoral Officer Manish Garg along with other officials.
Garg said that these rallies are being organized to spread the message among the people, especially first-time voters and youth about their duty to vote.
He said that around 2000 participants are taking part in these cycle rallies.He said, "Since the Lok Sabha elections are to be held on June 1, 2024, it is the moral duty of every citizen to ensure their participation in this great festival of democracy."
Himachal Pradesh has always witnessed impressive turnout and the people of the state, especially in rural areas, show great enthusiasm and enthusiasm.
In the last assembly elections, there was 76 percent voting in the state and this time too the target was to surpass all the previous figures.
He also flagged off 'The Democracy Van', which will spread awareness among people to vote voluntarily.
The riders will cover a distance of 15 to 20 kilometers in each district.Earlier, a bicycle campaign led by state election icon, AV cyclist and photographer, Jaspreet Paul and his team member Kshiti from Mandi district traveled from Shimla to the world's most famous tourist destination Tashigang in Lahaul and Spiti to create awareness among voters. Traveled to a higher polling station.
Voting for by-elections on four Lok Sabha seats and six assembly seats will be held on June 1.
The cycle rallies were flagged off by all the district election officers or deputy commissioners in their respective districts, except Hamirpur and Kinna, and were organized in collaboration with the Cycling Association of Himachal Pradesh, a statement here said.
In Shimla, District Collector Anupam Kashyap flagged off the riders from the historic ridge and was joined by state Chief Electoral Officer Manish Garg along with other officials.
Garg said that these rallies are being organized to spread the message among the people, especially first-time voters and youth about their duty to vote.
He said that around 2000 participants are taking part in these cycle rallies.He said, "Since the Lok Sabha elections are to be held on June 1, 2024, it is the moral duty of every citizen to ensure their participation in this great festival of democracy."
Himachal Pradesh has always witnessed impressive turnout and the people of the state, especially in rural areas, show great enthusiasm and enthusiasm.
In the last assembly elections, there was 76 percent voting in the state and this time too the target was to surpass all the previous figures.
He also flagged off 'The Democracy Van', which will spread awareness among people to vote voluntarily.
The riders will cover a distance of 15 to 20 kilometers in each district.Earlier, a bicycle campaign led by state election icon, AV cyclist and photographer, Jaspreet Paul and his team member Kshiti from Mandi district traveled from Shimla to the world's most famous tourist destination Tashigang in Lahaul and Spiti to create awareness among voters. Traveled to a higher polling station.
Voting for by-elections on four Lok Sabha seats and six assembly seats will be held on June 1.
