Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, October 26, 2024, Kolkata: The National Election Commission has appointed former Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni as the election brand ambassador for the upcoming Jharkhand elections, as announced by Jharkhand Chief Electoral Officer K. Ravikumar during a press conference.
Dhoni, a legendary figure in Indian cricket, has been a prominent leader of the national team for many years. This time, he has been entrusted with a significant responsibility by the Election Commission. “Mahendra Singh Dhoni has granted permission to the Election Commission to use his image. He will play a crucial role in sensitizing and encouraging the public to participate in the voting process,” Ravikumar stated.
The Election Commission is actively engaging with Dhoni to strategize on future election-related initiatives. Experts believe that Dhoni’s immense popularity, especially among the youth, will be instrumental in motivating the new generation to vote. Given this, the Election Commission has chosen him as the brand ambassador to foster greater voter turnout.
While this initiative is not entirely new, as former cricket captain Sachin Tendulkar was appointed as the National Icon in 2023, the trend continues with cricketer Shubman Gill recently selected as the state icon for Punjab.
The Jharkhand Assembly elections are set to take place in two phases on November 13 and 20, with counting scheduled for November 23. The first phase will cover 43 assembly constituencies, while the second phase will encompass 38 constituencies, marking a significant opportunity for voter engagement in the region.