Suresh Raina appointed as youth voter awareness Ambassador of J-K
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he Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Jammu and Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole, announced on Friday the appointment of former cricketer Suresh Raina as the youth voter awareness ambassador for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Speaking on the same, the CEO said that Suresh Raina, being a cricket legend and a revered figure in India, holds considerable influence, particularly among the youth.
"This influence can be harnessed to encourage more individuals to participate in the electoral process, leading to higher voter turnout and greater civic engagement," he added.
Speaking on the sidelines of the event, Suresh Raina said, "We are witnessing many players from Jammu and Kashmir playing well at the national as well as the international level and we are also hoping that in the coming time, more and more people will come to the national and international level".
Later, he also appealed to the youth of Jammu and Kashmir to come forward and get themselves registered as voters before December 9, 2023, to further elect their candidates.
He added that it is very necessary for a healthy democracy that people vote in large numbers.
The Relief and Rehabilitation Commissioner, Kuldeep Krishan Sidha, was also present on the occasion.
✔️ Suresh Raina appointed as youth voter awareness Ambassador of J-K
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