FANS and Rotary Club organises seminar on ‘One Nation, One Election’

Ranchi: A seminar on the visionary concept of “One Nation, One Election” was hosted by the Rotary Club of Ranchi & FANS (Rashtriya Suraksha Jagran Manch), a national platform actively working towards awareness and unity for national security and policy reforms. The event brought together esteemed leaders from the fields of politics, defence, journalism, civil society, and social service, showcasing a unified voice for democratic transformation.

Distinguished Guests and Speakers:

1. Sri Sanjay Seth, Hon’ble Minister of State for Defence, graced the event as the chief guest.

He emphasized the strategic importance of synchronized elections in maintaining stability and reducing administrative burdens, especially from a defence perspective.

He also presented an analytical view of how One Nation, One Election can:

Reduce cost and logistical strain on the Election Commission.

Prevent frequent imposition of the Model Code of Conduct, which affects policy execution.

Promote political stability, consistent governance, and long-term policy planning.

Increase voter engagement and clarity among the electorate.

2. Sri Ajay Maroo, former Rajya Sabha MP, added valuable insight from a legislative and policy-making perspective.

He reflected on the historical evolution of the electoral process in India and how simultaneous elections could ensure better parliamentary efficiency and fewer disruptions.

3. Sri Rathin Bhadra, General Secretary of FANS and Founder of Aqualine Bhungru (Pani ki Kheti),

Delivered an extensive address on the function and vision of Rashtriya Suraksha Jagran Manch.

He outlined how FANS works to awaken national consciousness on issues of security, governance, and citizen awareness.

4. Sri Pawan Bajaj, President of FANS,

Reinforced the organization’s commitment to supporting national reforms and bridging civil society with governance through dialogue and events like this

5. Sri Anuj Sinha, Chief Editor, senior journalist, author and thinker,

Offered a deeply philosophical and media-oriented perspective on the potential impact of simultaneous elections on political narratives, public discourse, and media responsibility.
6. Rtn. Dipak Srivastava , Past President of Rotary Club of Ranchi,

Extended support to such civil society initiatives and welcomed the collaboration of Rotary with national forums for public welfare and awareness. Elaborated of “Service Above Self” and the work of Rotary International worldwide.

Key Highlights from Rathin Bhadra’s Address:

Vision of FANS: A strong, informed, and secure India through public awareness, intellectual activism, and grassroots engagement.

National Integration: Emphasis on harmony across linguistic, regional, and political diversities through synchronized elections.

Environmental and Rural Governance Synergy: Linking “One Nation, One Election” with grassroots development agendas like water conservation (Aqualine Bhungru) and sustainable planning.

Conclusion:

The seminar ended with an interactive session and a strong collective message in favor of reform-oriented dialogue in India’s democracy. FANS reaffirmed its commitment to organizing more such events across the country to generate public understanding on crucial topics like national security, good governance, and electoral reforms.

Members present were Manoj Kumar , Rajesh Singh , Raja Bagchi , Amit Agarwal , Pawan Jaiswal , Shrawan Giri , Arvind Kumar , Chotanagpur Sanskritik Sangh Css sachi ji, Sandeep Ranjan , Parmod Saswata and others