The Youth Voters Festival under the theme “Your Vote, Your Voice” was organized in Tseminyu Town on 9th October 2023 by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner and District Election Officer of Tseminyu. The objective behind the festival was to encourage maximum youth participation in upcoming elections, specifically the summary revision of the photo electoral roll in 2024 and the General Election to the Lok Sabha in 2024, DIPR stated.

Students from both government and private schools and colleges in Tseminyu District, ranging from Standard VIII and above, enthusiastically participated in the Youth Voters Festival in various competitions, each aligned with specific categories: Classes 8, 9, and 10 – Best Presentation on Naga Traditional Attire. Classes 11 and 12 and above – Poetry Recitation on the theme “Your Vote, Your Voice.”

The Youth Voters Festival provided a platform for students to showcase their creativity, knowledge, and appreciation of Naga culture and the importance of voting in a democratic society.

During the event, Runohile Keppen, SVEEP Campus Ambassador, and Christine Tsela, SVEEP District Icon, extended felicitations to the female participants of the Girls’ Campaign 2023 under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative. This acknowledgment highlighted the significance of empowering and encouraging girls to participate actively in various aspects of life, including the electoral process.

The program was chaired by Ruokuosetuo Tetso, EAC (Hq) Tseminyu, and concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Kemciyile, NCS, SDO (Civil) Tseminyu.