Students of Sri Ramakrishna Dental College Rally Through Coimbatore Streets to Boost Voter Awareness

Coimbatore: In a vibrant display of civic engagement, over 200 students and staff members from Sri Ramakrishna Dental College & Hospital took to the streets of Coimbatore on April 17, 2026, to promote voter awareness and responsible citizenship. The rally, organized in collaboration with the Coimbatore Corporation Health Department and CTM Home UPHC, aimed to encourage citizens to actively participate in the democratic process.

The Voters Awareness Rally was flagged off at 9:00 AM from Women's Polytechnic by Dr. J. Dinakar, Principal of Sri Ramakrishna Dental College & Hospital, alongside C.V. Ramkumar, Chief Executive Officer, and Mahesh Kumar, Chief Administrative Officer of SNR Sons Charitable Trust. Dr. S. Rajagopal, Medical Director of Sri Ramakrishna Hospitals, Dr. S. Alagappan, Medical Superintendent of Sri Ramakrishna Hospitals, and Dr. Jeevarathinam, Medical Officer of CTM Home UPHC, also graced the occasion in the presence of faculty members and students.

The enthusiastic participants marched through key public areas, making their way from Women's Polytechnic to VOC Park, drawing significant attention from the general public. The students carried eye-catching placards with powerful messages encouraging people to exercise their fundamental right to vote and participate responsibly in democracy. Adding a creative touch to the rally, many students showcased face paintings with voting themes, effectively conveying the importance of electoral participation through art.

As part of the awareness program, all participating students took a solemn Voters' Pledge, committing themselves to ensure 100% voting participation. The rally successfully engaged with citizens along the route, spreading awareness about the crucial role of voting in strengthening democratic values and institutions.

The initiative received an encouraging response from the public, with many appreciating the efforts of the budding dentists in promoting civic consciousness. The event demonstrated how educational institutions can play a vital role in fostering democratic participation and creating awareness about constitutional rights among citizens. Through such grassroots initiatives, Sri Ramakrishna Dental College & Hospital continues to contribute to building a more engaged and responsible citizenry in Coimbatore.