FORMER PRESIDENT, STUDENTS' GYMKHANA
"The role of EC is often underappreciated, but if you look closely, it is a key pillar on which IITK's student democracy is built. Looking at the big picture, maintaining the flux of position holders over the years is key, and the EC has been fulfilling this responsibility very well."
FORMER CHAIR PERSON, STUDENTS' GYMKHANA
"Elections at IITK are indeed a unique experience that bring the entire campus together in a celebration of democracy and student governance. The election commission is one of the most underappreciated but integral bearers of the IITK ethos. It ensures the smooth conduction of elections and stays strong and unbiased despite being under immense pressure."
FORMER PRESIDENT, STUDENT GYMKHANA
"Free and fair elections are the foundations of any democracy, ensuring that people have the power to decide who makes their decision for them. The Election Commission looks after the conduction of elections of Students’ Gymkhana, and has been very efficient since its inception."
FORMER UG SECRETARY, ACADEMIC AND CAREER
"Election Commission of IITK is doing vital work in conducting the elections for all the Gymkhana positions smoothly and in the most fair way possible. The efforts EC team puts in brings credibility to the election process in the eyes of the campus community, bringing trust and attention to the campaigns of all the candidates. I am grateful to EC team for their efforts to amplify the interaction between candidates and the general body along with growing a non-partisan space for healthy discussions."
FORMER MANAGER, DESIGN
"Campus Election is like a sea, those who see from above can see only some waves but for those who have the courage to dive in, the things get more thrilling and pressureful and experiencing it from the bottom of the ocean is a lifetime memory for me."
FORMER GENERAL SECRETARY, GAMES AND SPORTS
"Election Commission of IIT Kanpur plays a crucial role in organizing elections on the campus. The most significant role of the Election Commission is to ensure free and fair elections as per the norms and the Model Code of Conduct of Students' Gymkhana. It is in charge of monitoring the actions and activities of the candidates and trying to ensure free, fair, and transparent elections. I can vouch for the fact the team is doing an incredible job in conducting an unbiased election."
FORMER CEO
"Precedence is over-rated; Judge things on their merit."
FORMER MANAGER, WEB AND DESIGN
"Chores in the elections are difficult than they appear."
FORMER GEN SEC, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
"Election commission of IIT Kanpur is the body responsible for conducting free and fair elections for different positions in Students' Gymkhana IIT Kanpur. Being a part of one such elections conducted by them, I can say that the whole body put a lot of efforts to ensure the fair election process. I wish to express my thanks to the EC for managing such a large scale elections smoothly. Also, I appreciate all the initiatives brought forward by this year's team."
FORMER MANAGER, PUBLICITY AND LOGISTICS
"Elections could be boon or bane; the electorate decides what it is."
FORMER GENERAL SECRETARY, MEDIA AND CULTURE
"Election Commission of IIT Kanpur is a very crucial body. With growing number of students it is very difficult to conduct clean and fair elections. I appreciate how EC ensures a smooth election process for both candidates and voters. EC is very vigilant and proactive in implementation of Code of Conduct and does not allow any malpractice or misconduct during elections."