Patna: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar held a direct interaction with Gen Z youth and students from across Bihar at Gyan Bhawan in Patna. The dialogue focused on elections, voting, democratic participation and the role of young voters in strengthening the electoral process.
Youth from All Districts Participate
Students and young people from all districts of Bihar attended the programme. The interaction provided them with an opportunity to discuss issues related to elections and voting directly with the Chief Election Commissioner.
The participants also shared their views and raised questions about the electoral process, giving the session an interactive format.
Young Voters and Democratic Participation
The discussion placed particular emphasis on the growing role of Gen Z and first-time voters in elections. With a large number of young people entering the electorate, their awareness and participation are increasingly important to the democratic process.
The dialogue aimed to encourage young voters to understand their electoral rights and responsibilities and participate actively in elections.
Senior Bihar Officials Attend the Event
Several senior officials attended the programme alongside the Chief Election Commissioner. Those present included Bihar Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit, Bihar Chief Electoral Officer Ashish Goyal, DG (Media) and Patna District Magistrate Kundan Kumar.
Youth Show Strong Interest in Electoral Issues
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and young voters. Participants discussed their concerns and perspectives on elections, voting and democracy.
The direct interaction was aimed at creating greater awareness among young citizens and strengthening their connection with the electoral process.
Focus on First-Time Voters
The engagement with Gen Z comes at a time when first-time voters are becoming an increasingly important part of the electorate. Such interactions can provide young citizens with a platform to understand the electoral system while also allowing election authorities to hear their views and concerns.
