The certificates were presented at a meeting chaired by Chennai District Election Officer and GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran at Ripon Buildings on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) honoured 920 National Service Scheme (NSS) students and 16 NSS officers from the constituent colleges of the University of Madras for assisting persons with disabilities during the last Assembly election.
The certificates were presented at a meeting on Electoral Literacy Clubs (ELCs) held at the Amma Arangam in Ripon Buildings on Wednesday, chaired by Chennai District Election Officer and GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran.
The meeting discussed strengthening ELCs in educational institutions and universities across Chennai district, in accordance with the Election Commission of India’s instructions. Mr. Sameeran explained electoral awareness, the Constitution and its basic principles, electoral rolls and forms, voting rights, and the role of young people in elections. He also discussed online voter registration and ways to create awareness among voters.
NSS students were briefed, through a presentation prepared by the Election Commission of India, on the legal framework governing elections, its role in the electoral process, and guidelines for effective implementation. Deputy Mayor M. Mahesh Kumar, Additional District Election Officer and Joint Commissioner (Education) K. Karpagam, election officials, NSS officers, and students were present.
Published - October 15, 2026 12:14 am IST