In Gurugram, the buzz is all about an innovative initiative set to shake up the traditional approach to voting. The Gurugram district administration has rolled out a plan to inject some excitement into the upcoming Lok Sabha polls on May 25th. And guess what? It involves everyone’s favourite pastime – movies! You stroll into your favourite multiplex on polling day, inked finger proudly on display and boom! You’re entitled to discounts on movie tickets or lip-smacking goodies at the concession stand.
Gurugram Offers Movie Deals For Voters
Yes, you heard it right! Just show off that inked finger and watch the magic unfold. But wait, there’s more! As per the India TV News reports, complimentary refreshments also await voters at select multiplexes. It’s like a reward for exercising your democratic rights! Hitesh Kumar Meena, the ADC and nodal officer for the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program in Gurugram, revealed the delectable details about these offers.
The mastermind behind this scheme is Hitesh Kumar Meena, ADC and nodal officer for the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) programme in Gurugram. He recently chaired a meeting with representatives from various multiplex chains to seal the deal on this exciting initiative.
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Encouraging Higher Voter Turnout In The Upcoming Elections
With a whopping 90 screens across the Gurugram district under their belt, these multiplex giants are all in for the cause. And they’re not stopping there. Representatives from ten multiplex chains, including big names like PVR, Inox, and Cinepolis, are all onboard, according to India TV News. They’ve also pledged to broadcast messages from the District Election Officer, Nishant Kumar Yadav, and screen voter awareness short films. Plus, they’re even setting up selfie points and standees to hype up the voting fever!
Why all this fuss, though? Well, in the last Lok Sabha elections, Gurugram saw a rather lacklustre turnout. So, to rev up the enthusiasm, the district administration roped in none other than cricket maestro Yuzvendra Chahal as their ‘brand ambassador’. Gurugram is turning the mundane task of voting into a fun-filled extravaganza. With discounts, freebies, and star endorsements, there’s no excuse not to cast your ballot on May 25th.
So grab your popcorn, flash that inked finger, and let’s make democracy the biggest show in town!
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