Kozhikode: In an effort to foster democratic values and social responsibility among the youth, Holy Cross College recently organized a notable Mock Parliament session titled ‘Puthulaharikku Oru Vote’ (A Vote for New Intoxication/Passion). The event was held under the guidance of the District Administration and saw active participation from the student body.
Event Overview
The program was a joint initiative of the college’s:
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Electoral Literacy Club (ELC)
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National Service Scheme (NSS) Unit
The primary objective of the session was to convey the importance of democratic participation and to promote a drug-free, healthy lifestyle for a better future. By simulating a parliamentary environment, students were given a platform to discuss and understand the legislative processes that shape our society.
Key Highlights
The ceremony commenced with an inaugural address by the College Principal, Dr. Sr. Shiny George, who also administered the Election Pledge to the students, emphasizing the duty of every citizen to vote ethically.
Several faculty members and coordinators provided leadership and shared their insights during the session, including:
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Dr. Martin Bernard (Vice Principal)
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Roshna Prashant (Nodal Officer)
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Dr. Jithin K. Thomas (C.O.K. Co-ordinator)
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Lijo Joseph (NSS Program Officer)
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Hiral Sampath (P.R.O.)
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K.M. Ragesh
Student Leadership
The success of the Mock Parliament was driven by a dedicated team of student leaders, including Karthik Manoj, Ashyathi Rajan, Alan Varghese, K. Azeez, Hana Fatima, Marwan Abdullah, Muhammed Ihsan, T. Devika, and Fatima Jasmine.
A Message for the Future
The ‘Puthulaharikku Oru Vote’ campaign successfully transformed the concept of “intoxication” into a positive passion for civic duty and social welfare. By engaging in this mock legislative exercise, students at Holy Cross College have demonstrated their commitment to becoming informed voters and responsible leaders of tomorrow.
