On the occasion of National Voters’ Day, observed annually on January 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for active voter participation, emphasizing the importance of exercising voting rights in strengthening India’s democracy. He also praised the Election Commission of India (ECI) for its contributions to modernizing and ensuring free and fair elections.

• National Voters’ Day celebrates the establishment of the Election Commission of India in 1950.
• PM Modi described India as the “mother of democracy,” recalling skepticism during the first general elections in 1951-52.
• Emphasized the role of voting in shaping the country’s future and empowering citizens.
• Praised ECI for technological advancements and efforts to modernize electoral processes.
• Urged citizens to vote in large numbers and actively participate in democracy.
• National Voters’ Day focuses on maximizing voter enrollment, especially among first-time voters.
• The day promotes awareness about informed and active participation in the electoral process.
• Celebrations began in 2011 to encourage greater voter turnout and strengthen democratic values.
• Modi lauded ECI’s commitment to conducting fair elections and empowering voters through innovation.