Sahiwal (UPA News) District Election Commissioner Sahiwal, Huma Zafar, organized a special awareness ceremony at Government Girls Graduate College Sahiwal. The purpose of the event was to inform female students about the constitutional and legal status of the right to vote, the requirements for obtaining a computerized national identity card, and their democratic and legal responsibilities as Pakistani citizens.
Addressing the ceremony, the District Election Commissioner emphasized the importance of the vote, stating that voting is not only a right but also a responsibility through which citizens directly participate in shaping the future of the country. She highlighted that all citizens aged 18 years or above who possess a computerized national identity card must ensure their vote registration, as obtaining a CNIC is legally mandatory for participation in the electoral process.
A large number of young female students attended the ceremony and expressed keen interest in participating in the electoral process. The message “My Vote, My Voice” was highlighted, encouraging women to play an active role in the democratic process.
The District Election Commissioner reaffirmed that the Election Commission of Pakistan is committed to safeguarding equal rights for women and ensuring their effective representation in the national mainstream. At the conclusion of the ceremony, the students appreciated the initiative and pledged active participation in the electoral process.
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