CM Mohan Majhi Hails Revival of Student Union Elections, Calls It Return of Campus Democracy
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has hailed the successful conduct of student union elections across colleges and universities in the state, describing it as the restoration of campus democracy and a significant step toward empowering the youth.
Congratulating the newly elected student representatives, the Chief Minister said the elections fulfilled a key commitment made by his government to Odisha’s student community.
He asserted that student representation had remained suspended under the previous administration, depriving students of their democratic voice.
In a statement shared on social media, Mohan Charan Majhi said his government successfully conducted the elections and revived the democratic spirit on campuses across Odisha.
He extended heartfelt congratulations to all elected representatives and encouraged them to serve students with dedication and responsibility.
The Chief Minister expressed confidence that the newly elected student leaders would discharge their duties with sincerity, transparency, and integrity.
He emphasised that active student leadership plays a crucial role in strengthening democratic values within educational institutions.
Highlighting the broader vision of a developed Odisha, popularly termed “Viksit Odisha,” Majhi said student participation in democratic processes would contribute significantly to the state’s future growth and governance.
The revival of student union elections has sparked political debate in the state, with the Chief Minister crediting his government for restoring democratic participation on campuses after years of suspension.
As the newly elected representatives begin their tenure, the state government hopes their leadership will foster greater student engagement, accountability, and democratic culture in higher educational institutions across Odisha.
