ELC Club

As part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 campaign of the Election Commission of India, the BLDE (Deemed to be University) Electoral Literacy Club (ELC), in collaboration with the Department of Community Medicine, organized a series of voter awareness activities at the University, Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), and Urban Health Training Centre (UHTC) levels under the campaign theme "No Eligible Electors to be Left Behind." At the University level, the BLDE (DU) Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) conducted an online awareness campaign through dissemination of SIR-related information via the University's official email and Instagram platforms. Informative posters, images, and [...]

National Voters Day - BLDEDU National Voters Day - BLDEDU National Voters Day - BLDEDU BLDE (Deemed to be University) observed the 16th National Voters’ Day, 25th January 2026, with great enthusiasm, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing informed, responsible, and active citizens, in line with the national theme “My India, My Vote.” The programme was organised under the banner of the Electoral Literacy Club (ELC), where faculty members, staff, and students actively participated in activities aimed at strengthening democratic values and electoral awareness. A key highlight of the event was the Voters’ Pledge, in which participants collectively pledged to uphold [...]

Democracy-Room-Opening-ELC-Club Democracy-Room-Opening-ELC-Club Democracy-Room-Opening-ELC-Club Democracy-Room-Opening-ELC-Club Democracy-Room-Opening-ELC-Club Democracy-Room-Opening-ELC-Club The Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) of BLDE (Deemed to be University), Vijayapura successfully organized the Inauguration of the Democracy Room, Democracy Wall, and ELC Webpage on 24th December 2025 at the 2nd Floor, Department of Community Medicine, BLDE (Deemed to be University). The programme was formally inaugurated by Dr. Y. M. Jayaraj, Pro-Chancellor, BLDE (Deemed to be University), who inaugurated the Democracy Room, Democracy Wall, and the ELC webpage hosted on the University website, marking a significant step towards strengthening electoral awareness through both physical and digital platforms. The event was conducted in the [...]

The Electoral Literacy Club of BLDE (Deemed to be University), School of Law, Vijayapura, successfully organised a Talk on Democracy on 22 September 2025 for the benefit of B.A. LL.B. students. The programme was conducted with the objective of enhancing students’ understanding of democratic values, constitutional principles, and the role of citizens in a democratic system.The programme commenced with a brief introductory session highlighting the importance of democracy in contemporary society and the relevance of electoral literacy among law students. The resource person for the session, Mr. Mallesh Torvi, Lecturer, was warmly welcomed.During his address, Mr. Mallesh Torvi elaborated on the [...]

Poetry CompetitionPoetry Competition BLDE (Deemed to be University), School of Law Vijayapura organized a Poetry Competition under the banner of the Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) on 15th September 2025, in connection with the observance of International Democracy Day with theme Democracy and Voting Rights.The event aimed to spread awareness among students about the values of democracy, the importance of active citizenship, and the significance of voting rights. Students from various classes enthusiastically participated and presented their self-composed poems in both English and Kannada. The themes highlighted the role of citizens in strengthening democracy, the power of one vote, and the responsibility [...]

Date of Event: SEPT-10/09/2025 TO 20/09/2025BLDE DU -Electoral Literacy Club organized an activity – PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST.Participants: All the Students of Constituent Colleges of BLDE (DU) Vijayapura.TOTAL 21 Students participated. Out of which best 03 photographs were selected by the Judge of the event: Dr Rekha .Udigiri, Prof & Head of Community Medicine. Dr Sandeep Yankanchi, Assistant Professor, Nodal officer of BLDE (DU) ELC Organizer of the event.Theme: Voting in progress of IndiaWINNERS & PHOTOGRAPHY PLACEPRIZEWINNERS NAMEPHOTOGRAPHY PICTURE1st PRIZEManogna (Intern)Canal picture2nd PRIZEGopika R(Intern)Road picture3rd PRIZEAjay jadav(Intern)Bus stand picture

Ballot Bistro (Coffee House Discussion) Ballot Bistro (Coffee House Discussion) Ballot Bistro (Coffee House Discussion) Location: MEDICAL EDUCATION HALL, SHRI B M PATIL MEDICAL COLLEGE, HOSPITAL RESEARCH CENTRE, VIJAYAPURA KARNATAKA Participants: MBBS MEDICAL STUDENTS, INTERNS, PGs& FACULTIES OF   COMMUNITY MEDICINE DEPARTMENT. BLDE DU -Electoral Literacy Club organized an activity – Ballot Bistro (Coffee House Discussion) was done various topics: Voter Education: An Undermined Necessity Voting should be made Mandatory by the State What will I make India Vote? Inclusion in Elections Online Voting: The way forward or opening a potential Pandora’s Box? Should candidates accused of serious offences be disqualified [...]

Freshers DebateFreshers DebateFreshers Debate Theme: “Should candidates accused of serious offences be disqualified from contesting elections?” Organized by: Electoral Literacy Club (School of Allied Health Science)Date: 28.08.2025Venue: Auditorium Hall School of Allied Health ScienceThe debate featured enthusiastic participation from first-year students, with speakers divided into two groups – For the Motion and Against the Motion. Each participant was given a fixed time to present their arguments, followed by a rebuttal session and audience interaction.

Motivator TalkMotivator TalkMotivator Talk Topic: MY VOTE MY RIGHTLocation: Dept. of Anatomy, SHRI B M PATIL MEDICAL COLLEGE, HOSPITAL RESEARCH CENTRE, VIJAYAPURA KARNATAKAParticipants: School of Applied Science and Technology, Students of Allied Health Sciences, Research scholars, faculties of School of Applied Science.BLDE DU-Electoral Literacy Club organized an activity– Motivators Talk organized on 25-07-2025 at 11 .00 am.  Smt. Darshana Shah Research Scholar School of Applied Science and Technology, welcome the students, faculty, and research scholars. Dr Sandeep Yankanchi Assistant Professor, Nodal Officer BLDE (DU) Electoral Literacy Club, briefed about the ELC and importance of club. Dr Tarnnum J Khan ,Assistant Professor, [...]

Short Film MakingShort Film Making Location: Physiotherapy OPD, trauma center, BLDE Hospital, ashram road, Vijayapura,KarnatakaParticipants: BPT students, Patients and Faculties of Physiotherapy departmentSchool of Physiotherapy, BLDE (DU) has organized filmmaking focusing on awareness of voting. Students of Physiotherapy performed a skit on the theme of voting awareness. Entire skit was beautifully portrayed to show the importance of utilizing the government holiday on election to vote and contribute our duties to get a great leader for the nation. Dr. Basavaraj Chandu, Principal School of Physiotherapy, BLDE (DU), Dr. Padmavati S. Patil, Course coordinator, Dr. Rashmi K, Lecturer, Dr. Nida M, Lecturer, School [...]