Actor Rajkummar Rao has been appointed as the ‘National Icon’ for voter awareness and education by the Election Commission of India. An MoU was signed with the actor for a three-year period, in New Delhi.
Rao expressed appreciation for election officials who conduct elections despite challenges and urged youth and urban voters to become agents of positive transformation through their votes.
CEC Shri Kumar said Rao’s role as Newton, the election officer, resonated with democratic challenges in a Naxal-affected state, making him an ideal choice for the Commission. The collaboration aims to harness Rao’s influence and popularity to encourage citizens, particularly youth, to actively participate in the electoral process.
While urging youth to actively participate in elections CEC Shri Kumar said “Once you associate with the electioneering process, you will understand the intrinsic power of democracy and value of your vote”. He appealed to influencers from all walks of life including the media to promote the importance of voting and in pushing up the voter turnout in forthcoming elections.
Election Commission of India (ECI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shri Rajkummar Rao to address urban and youth apathy towards elections. The MoU aims to empower and educate citizens about the importance of exercising their voting rights.
The collaboration will involve Rao promoting voter awareness through TV talk shows and digital campaigns, aiming to strengthen democracy and foster a more engaged electorate. The MoU also includes a promotional video and poster for the ongoing Special Summary Revision for updation of Electoral Rolls across the country, except five poll-going states. The MoU signifies a shared commitment to empowering and educating citizens about voting rights.
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Source: PIB
